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<blockquote data-quote="Ktllc" data-source="post: 574030" data-attributes="member: 11847"><p>As you know, V has Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and he is in a mainstream K- class of about 20 kids. The teacher follows a 504 plan with tons of accomodations. Although he learns slower than others (specially in reading and writing), I would say he does fantastic. There are no behavior issues, he is accepted by his classmate (but V will often misinterpret what others think and say and needs help to decode others behavior) and he is happy to go to school. The accomodation he gets are key to his success.</p><p>The teacher started talking about testings to qualify him for special services.</p><p>My advise: be optimistic but don't ignore his issues. Be up front with the school, polite but firm with what accomodation you feel are essential for his success. </p><p>Take also some time to think about success mean for your child. I personally see success for V as being happy to go to school, steady progress (even though it's not at the same pace) and being part of the group. So far, V is having a successful year. </p><p>Have him evaluated for services right now but don't get discouraged if he does not qualify yet. That was the case for V and slowly things are falling into place. </p><p>School is reactive and not pro-active. Frustrating but that's the way it is.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Ktllc, post: 574030, member: 11847"] As you know, V has Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and he is in a mainstream K- class of about 20 kids. The teacher follows a 504 plan with tons of accomodations. Although he learns slower than others (specially in reading and writing), I would say he does fantastic. There are no behavior issues, he is accepted by his classmate (but V will often misinterpret what others think and say and needs help to decode others behavior) and he is happy to go to school. The accomodation he gets are key to his success. The teacher started talking about testings to qualify him for special services. My advise: be optimistic but don't ignore his issues. Be up front with the school, polite but firm with what accomodation you feel are essential for his success. Take also some time to think about success mean for your child. I personally see success for V as being happy to go to school, steady progress (even though it's not at the same pace) and being part of the group. So far, V is having a successful year. Have him evaluated for services right now but don't get discouraged if he does not qualify yet. That was the case for V and slowly things are falling into place. School is reactive and not pro-active. Frustrating but that's the way it is. [/QUOTE]
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