To Terry

[Guest guest]

Hi Terry, I too, have experienced the dilemma that you are currently walking through concerning whether or not to tell Ben's new teacher about his "issues". For my son, I have found that it is imperative that I talk to not only the teachers, but any other school personnel that might be involved with my son. He is changing schools this year and I insisted that we have his IEP meeting before he left the auspices of his last school, mostly as a protection for him! An awful lot of his behavior can escalate into anger and oppositionality if those working with him do not understand what is driving his behavior, and in turn, what to do to better handle his behavior long before it reaches melt down stage. I am certain that you will do the best thing possible for Ben. Some kids do not seem to have much trouble with OCD bugging them at school, my son is not one of those - OCD and AD/HD bug him whenever and wherever! I have a very open and honest relationship with those who work with my son, mostly out of necessity. I have been able to successfully use this honesty as a vehicle to not only educate the school personnel about how OCD can affect a child, but to make some friendships that have lasted several years past the time that the teachers have taught my son! I know that I am rather fortunate in this respect as not all school districts are as receptive as the one we live in. I hope this helps you some.....Best wishes, in Southeastern PA