In a similar situation as you 14 years ago, I took my daughter out of school and endeavored to continue her education home. I am not a qualified teacher, neither did I do well academically myself, but I could not sit back and watch her suffer at an ordinary school, even though she had a helper (who wasn't much help at all), she was bullied and was suffering.
I don't know the laws of your land, I am in the UK, but here you are allowed to provide an education at home if you wish and so I did.
There was a guy who used to visit to advice us, and to see what we were doing, but basically we were left to do as we wished, and my daughter enjoyed cooking and math, crafts and stories, so we spent our days doing those things. She hated writing, but I would encourage her with this as I knew its importance and she stuggled to read, so that had to be worked on. She did great.
I do not regret at all my decision to remove her from school and provide stimuli in the way that was best for her. She was 14 at the time, she now a very capable 28 year old.
2007-02-26 05:07:39
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answered by kittykatts 4
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Your best bet would be to contact organizations of people with disabilities in Montreal. You might need to make several calls, but someone is bound to know of such a group--or can help you start one. Also check with regular home-schooling organizations.
But--while home schooling may well be the best option, being involved in socializing with other children is important as well. Think about activities that she would enjoy (e.g., after-school programs, sports, etc) that could provide that if you do take the home-school route.Good luck!
2007-02-26 06:32:15
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answered by Anonymous
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I have a sibling who has a disablity because it was genetic. Im not sure where you live otherwise i might be able to help you or at least give you some schools that could help you. There is a program im sure if it's where you are at but here we have one that is called Special Olympics program, for those who have dissablities. It's a great program to be in for social reasons as well. I know the school where i am at didnt help much. So, i know how it feels. I hope this helps out some.
2007-02-26 06:19:03
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answered by katie p 2
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Hello. My name is Jackie. I am from Virginia. We have day programs for children and adults with disabilities. I don't know about all states but there should be something similiar. I work at a place in Roanoke that has a day program available that is benificial to many adults in the area. We offer support, classroom time, and regular outting such as eating out, bowling, library, we go grocery shopping. We assist in teaching daily living skills. We believe in choices. Everyone deserves choices.
2007-02-26 15:10:59
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answered by jackie w 1
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I have been encountering the same problems with my 8 year old..public schools are not equipped to help him yet they cant tell me where to get help...if you find answers Id appreciate the help as well..
I did try an alternative school there were only 10 students in the school but I found they didnt help any better than the public schools..only thing that worked there was emptying my wallet..would be nice to find someone or somewhere willing to help our children..I hope you find what you are looking for also...good luck !!
2007-03-05 09:53:41
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answered by linda m 1
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hi, I am a mother of 2 children in the self-contained placement in school and one of my children has mild mental retardation and some behavioral issues and the public school system is not the place for our children to be. You can homeschool your child. It sounds like to me that you should look for homeschool sites in your area that you can trust, obtain information from them and see where you can take your daughter. The public school system does not want to help our children in success and being able to make progression toward being the person that the Good Lord intended for them to be. They want to keep them lagging behind and then when they do need to be pushed harder, they are not ready becasue the teachers did not work hard to give them what they need. I live in South Carolina and the homeschool Association that we us is the Palmetto Homeschool Association. Please look into this, as I also contacted the Homeschool Office in South Carolina today about the possibility of homeschooling my smallest child this upcoming school year.
Fight for your children. You know best----what does the school know?
2007-03-01 11:19:25
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answered by Anonymous
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I home schooled our son 2nd grade through 12th...He is now a 3rd year engineering student...so homeschooling can be a good option...but it is important to tap into a homeschooling group for social opportunities and support...I was fortunate to have a great one in my community...As I am not from Canada...I am not sure what is available for you in this area...I am going to include a couple of sites that might be worth exploring...Hope they help...Good luck.
PS...the most important thing is for her to be able to learn in an environment that provides her an opportunity to have positive reinforcement and to have her self confidence built by having successful days. If that isn't happening where she is...it is best to take her out.
http://www.midnightbeach.com/hs/Canada.html
http://groups.msn.com/CanadianHomeschoolFellowship/canadia
http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/Quebec/289949/
http://homeschooling.gomilpitas.com/methods/DLPs.htm
http://www.home-school.com/
2007-02-26 05:04:20
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answered by ticklemeblue 5
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Since your daughter likes to be with other kids there's another option you might consider. Look for a Montessori school in your area.
They're not right for every child, but the Montessori philosophy allows children to work at their own pace, and allows them more choice in what they learn.
If your daughter is as determined and focused as you say, this might be a good choice for her.
2007-02-28 14:51:35
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answered by TeacherLady 6
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Sorry your in canada i'm in the usa
2007-02-27 08:51:47
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answered by Anonymous
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ask your principal to refer or do assesment for your kid for special education...and if she get qualify she could get one on one w/the teacher...
best wishes for your kids...i know its tooo stress for us parent right??
2007-02-26 08:27:07
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answered by angel 6
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