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<blockquote data-quote="slsh" data-source="post: 106504" data-attributes="member: 8"><p>First off, definitely post over in the Special Education 101 forum. I don't believe an SD can just flat out refuse to do an initial evaluation (I'm assuming that's what an MFE is - different states have different terms). At the very *least* they must notify you in writing, advise you of your rights, and I think (but am not positive) that if they *do* refuse an evaluation *they* are the ones that must request due process, but I could be wrong on that one. You've provided them with a diagnosis, they are aware now. How can they say he doesn't have a disability, with that information, if they don't evaluate? If you didn't send this request in writing, do it now, certified. Let them refuse you in writing.</p><p></p><p>Is your son getting any services in school related to speech? I'm really surprised that with a diagnosis of developmental delay (which is kind of a catch all with younger kiddos, in my experience), they refused. Hopefully it's simply a case of them hoping you don't know what you're doing. Aren't they in for a surprise!</p><p></p><p>I would make sure that all future communication with the school takes place in writing, sent certified mail. If you get caught in a phone conversation (it happens), then document it immediately and send it to the person involved in the conversation as a "letter of understanding" to document what was said. If they disagree, they can respond *in writing*. Unfortunately it sounds like you may need a paper trail.</p><p></p><p>As far as communication with the teacher, since you're not getting any, I would request (again, certified mail) the written district policy on communication with teachers and complaint resolution as well as the chain of command. In the meantime, keep your cool (I know it can be hard sometimes), keep trying, and document your efforts.</p><p></p><p>If you want to stick with a class reassignment request, send it in writing to principal, certified.</p><p></p><p>As far as feeling like a pariah and not feeling welcome... warrior moms have armor for a reason. :warrior: You're not involved in the school to make friends. You're there to make sure your son receives an appropriate education. Absolutely, it can be intimidating but remember why you're there. In my early days of dealing with Special Education and other school issues, I seriously used to take a picture of whichever kid it was I was working on at the time to the meetings. That way, no matter how outnumbered or intimidated I felt, I could keep my eye on the ball.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="slsh, post: 106504, member: 8"] First off, definitely post over in the Special Education 101 forum. I don't believe an SD can just flat out refuse to do an initial evaluation (I'm assuming that's what an MFE is - different states have different terms). At the very *least* they must notify you in writing, advise you of your rights, and I think (but am not positive) that if they *do* refuse an evaluation *they* are the ones that must request due process, but I could be wrong on that one. You've provided them with a diagnosis, they are aware now. How can they say he doesn't have a disability, with that information, if they don't evaluate? If you didn't send this request in writing, do it now, certified. Let them refuse you in writing. Is your son getting any services in school related to speech? I'm really surprised that with a diagnosis of developmental delay (which is kind of a catch all with younger kiddos, in my experience), they refused. Hopefully it's simply a case of them hoping you don't know what you're doing. Aren't they in for a surprise! I would make sure that all future communication with the school takes place in writing, sent certified mail. If you get caught in a phone conversation (it happens), then document it immediately and send it to the person involved in the conversation as a "letter of understanding" to document what was said. If they disagree, they can respond *in writing*. Unfortunately it sounds like you may need a paper trail. As far as communication with the teacher, since you're not getting any, I would request (again, certified mail) the written district policy on communication with teachers and complaint resolution as well as the chain of command. In the meantime, keep your cool (I know it can be hard sometimes), keep trying, and document your efforts. If you want to stick with a class reassignment request, send it in writing to principal, certified. As far as feeling like a pariah and not feeling welcome... warrior moms have armor for a reason. [img]:warrior:[/img] You're not involved in the school to make friends. You're there to make sure your son receives an appropriate education. Absolutely, it can be intimidating but remember why you're there. In my early days of dealing with Special Education and other school issues, I seriously used to take a picture of whichever kid it was I was working on at the time to the meetings. That way, no matter how outnumbered or intimidated I felt, I could keep my eye on the ball. [/QUOTE]
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