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Originally Posted by njbchbum
pammyj - you don't hafta preach to me - my niece in s.c. is fought every day by a school system that tells her they do not have to accept the diagnosis, confirmation and confirmation of that confirmation of her son's autism! it would be nice to find aomeone, anyone who would work for the good of that child - wouldn't it?
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When my son was diagnosed with mild to moderate autism 22 years ago. This was around the start of the surge of children being diagnosed. He was considered a behavior problem, paddled and suspended numerous times. I fought with the system as well throughout his school years. I chose to keep him in special education classes to shield him from those who did not understand this disability. He earned a "special diploma." on his own after he graduated he went to evening classes and earned his GED. It is much better now than it ever has been. There are so many children with this diagnosis, that it has to be proven that his disability is affecting his learning. In my experience, educators are sensitive to this. However, I can imagine there are places that may not be. As you can imagine, any school I work in, I can spot them immediately. While these students are in my care, I do what I can. Public school is not for everyone. There are special charters in some areas that may cater to special needs children. Choices are plentiful in some areas. Best of luck to your family. Autism is a lifelong struggle for those who have it. I feel very blessed to have my son and to have the opportunity to help others on the spectrum.