My son has been kicked out of school since 9/19/06 he got off his minibus and walked to a nearby deli met up with a high school student and spent the day together--she got ISS and he got kicked out the school district has not been helpful at all I want to sue for discrimination--
2006-10-20 15:11:16 · 7 answers · asked by beaq 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Special Education
I have an Asperger's Syndrome Child as well -- and I HAVE to ask this question:
What does the IEP state in re: Transportation? Since he is on the Mini-Bus, he SHOULD be met at the school by his aide and helped to get to his first classroom or homeroom -- whichever is first -- this is the way they did this situation at my Child's High School.
2006-10-20 18:21:38 · answer #1 · answered by sglmom 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your son is 12, and she's in high school- and they spent the day together- that's really odd (well, I guess she could be 14... but still, different school days, etc.)! I guess they knew each other somehow? Was it planned? I'm curious your son was so willing to go off schedule and break his routine, specially given your other e-mail that suggests he's got high anxiety about change.
You want to sue because she got ISS and he got suspended? As for the other kid, Does that child have a special education/ or accommodation plan?
I ask because there are restrictions on suspensions for children with identified special education needs. I would guess your son doesn't have an IEP or Section 504 plan, since he's been out so long. If he did have one (and if the other girl has one), the school should have met to determine if his activity was related to his disorder. That might be a tough call, especially if your son is intellectually above average (and if it was planned). If it's related, they can't be suspended, but they can get in school discipline. If it's not found to be related, they can be suspended, but given home instruction if its more than 10 days (at least in my state).
I'm worried your son hasn't been identified by the school as having a disability. If this is true, he's subject to the same discipline as anyone else (although a month out seems crazy for skipping school). From your other e-mail, it sounds like you are working on getting him identifed at a neuropsych. When you have a report that states your son's disability, you might investigate whether or not he can be qualify as a child with an (educational) disability- and if so, get an IEP or accommodation plan (through Section 504 of the Americans with Disabilities Act)
2006-10-21 02:05:12 · answer #2 · answered by Twin momma as of 11/11 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Oh my goodness. I am sorry to hear this. I am familiar with Asberger's syndrome and it's effect on decision making. I'll dig around for info for you while I wait for an answer to my question, but my first response is they cannot do this. Does your child have an IEP? Does he/she have an official diagnosis? This may even be against the law...I doubt the school district will be much help, but perhaps your state's Department of Public Instruction could point the way for you. When you say you want to sue them, do mean you want to fight for the right for your child to return to school or for monetary gain? Hang in there. I'll do some browsing...
NEXT DAY THOUGHTS: I spent a good amount of time thinking about your situation last night. I think the answers posted since provide adequate direction. I do have to add these thoughts, however, after looking at your past questions: Your son's home life seems very chaotic. If he does have Asberger's Syndrome, this will only exaggerate his symptoms. My honest advice at this point is to step back, assess your life and what stresses your son could be unintentionally exposed to. Put these men on the very back burner, (animals and all). Make a list of what is important to you in your life and them put them in order of importance and "worth your time". This will free your time and energy that could be better spent on your son and help both of you beat the odds. I am not judging you. I am just offering my gut feeling on what little information was provided. Asberger sufferers need consistency, stability and lots of reassurance in their surroundings. They are also very intuitive, from my experience. Perhaps he senses your unhappiness and fears and is reacting to it. Also, please don't leave your partner alone with your son. You offered reasons not to trust him. This sets up a red flag. Explore what his IEP says, keep researching, but don't forget what a huge part his home life plays in all this.
Good luck.
2006-10-20 15:20:17 · answer #3 · answered by sunday siren 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Depending on what state you are in, you may have a free educational advocate in your area. Check with the community mental health centers or even the United Way. An educational advocate will know the specific laws and regulations for your area. They will also deal with the school and should be able to recommend a lawyer who specializes in school law. I would check to see if there is an advocate present before paying for the lawyer.
And how long is your son to be kicked out? If the date is correct, it's been a month. I hope that they are providing him a tutor. You may want to at least talk to the special education coordinator at your school, or guidance counselor to see that your child is not falling behind in his school work.
2006-10-20 15:33:52 · answer #4 · answered by queenoftheworld 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Ok, if he's scheduled on a minibus, don't they have a bus monitor or something? What about teachers with bus duty? no one noticed he was missing? did they call you to say he was absent? If they didn't that's a security issue for your son's safety. Has he been in any trouble before? Was the girl in trouble before? That might play a part in how they disciplined your child too. I would schedule an appt with the superintendent or principal and ask them what gives with the punishment and why didn't anyone notice something if was missing for the day?
2006-10-20 15:26:05 · answer #5 · answered by Tina of Lymphland.com 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The bus should not have allowed him to go anywhere but to the school or in the house. This is their fault. Once he is home and goes in the house, the school is no longer responsible for him. He should not have been kicked out of the school district unless something else happened. She got ISS for doing something.The bus driver and monitor are responsible for getting him safely to and from school. Sue them for not doing their job. Take it to the school board. Aspies are followers not leaders. They will do anything anyone tells them to. This is dangerous for them and can get them into alot of trouble.
2006-10-21 02:05:31 · answer #6 · answered by redwidow 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋
I am an "Aspie" also. IMHO, your son has been discriminated against. You may wish to look at this site:
http://aspiesforfreedom.com/index.php?page=about
2006-10-20 15:21:18 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋