To our newer members

[slsh]

It seems like we've had quite a few folks find us recently and I wanted to make sure that you all get the info on doing a parent report. This is a great tool, especially if you are looking at getting IEP evaluations, neuropsych/psych/etc. evaluations. Rather than repeating yourself ad nauseum to multiple professionals, you get to document once and for all everything there is to know about your gfg including what works, what doesn't, what you've tried, and what your hopes are for your kiddo. You are the expert on your kid - this is a really convenient and effective way of sharing information with the professionals involved (sometimes you do have to make sure they actually *read* it, LOL ).

You may be shocked at the amount of time it takes to get the first draft done but it really is well worth your time. Updating it on a regular basis is recommended.

Also, if you could do a signature before you start posting, it would help tremendously. Signatures help the board membership remember your specifics. The instructrions for doing a sig are here. Thanks so much!!

[clingingtohope]

Thank you so much Sue! I will definitely have to do that!

[Mac&Cheese]

Once Again, boy Am I glad I found this site~thanks so much for the info~

[Lillyth]

Wow!

Thanks for posting that!

I'll get right on it. Well, okay, not right right on it, but this week for sure...

[Pookybear66]

Ditto what the others said. From one newbie to another-welcome to all!

[SRL]

I'd also suggest that newcomers take time to read Tips for a Successful Evaluation in the Early Childhood archives:
Tips for a Successful Evaluation

[amazeofgrace]

<<<warm welcome hugs>>> to all newbees!!!!

[flutterbee]

I think it might be a good idea to sticky this thread so that all new members see it.

[Amor74]

thank uuu!!!

[AuntSugar]

thanks for this post. I have two GFGs and have wanted to do this for a long time but now I have an outline to work from.
this forum has been helpful.
Sug