RE: Re:School finally gets it!

June 1, 2010

Heidi

Yes, this is exactly how I feel. Every ARD a court

date. Started in March 12, 2010 -- still haven't been told ESY

amount. Two ARDs last week for him, one ARD tomorrow and I already have 3

pages of stuff they need to discuss and/or get in the minutes.

I'm so exhausted. And everyone's patience is wearing

thin.

Hilda

From:

[mailto:Texas-Autism-Advocacy ] On Behalf Of allrpossible@...

Sent: Tuesday, June 01, 2010 12:19 PM

Subject: Re:School finally gets it!

Nearly every ARD was more like a court date for

us. I had to do all

this research in advance, ask them their plan in advance so I could do

my strategy, and then bring in an arsenal of proof and witnesses and

such to back up my request. Where I live, they just aren't savvy about

special needs. It takes a loving heart more than anything to help a

child with special needs. Don't forget to always use letters from your

licensed counselors and psychologists. They know how to word the

letters in helpful ways concerning a child's needs. Note that School

Counselors in Texas are not licensed to diagnose and treat mental and

developmental illnesses, so don't let them diagnose in the ARD meetings.

Love and prayers,

Heidi N

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