You stand firm, melian. I have been to many ARD's between both my boys. It seems to get better as they get older. The elmentary school principal and teachers seemed to think I was a comlete idiot, until I let them know otherwise. They began to hate having ARD's with me because I knew more about the system and my kids rights than they did.
As we went through middle school they teachers, councelors and principals really became a advocate for not only the kids but the parents as well.
Iun high school it is so refreshing because they really put the emphasis on what can we do to help the kids rather than what will make the school look better in the eyes of the district.
Anyway, you sound like me. We are looking out for our kids and don't give a crap what makes the school look better.
I plan on standing my ground on this. I'm having to do double duty for the next little while, I don't have time or patience to mess around (when it comes to the kids)
aw the Sand and Stone piece made me cry too, it touches on a couple things for me. The fact I tend to hold onto anger from passed conflicts...mainly with my father, my relationship with one of my friends which, at times, is hard. And on some level, even my own inability to realize my positives and dwell on the negatives, or what I think are negatives. Plus it just makes me really sad and angry that kids would give her a hard time for missing her dad, although are these all kids from military families who are "used to it"?
Pretty crazy about katlynn's school too, I don't blame you for getting her the hell out of there, that isn't a place to learn and grow
I don't know what any of that school stuff is. Has school changed so much since I was in? My son is only in preschool so I don't know much yet! It might be different states too. But good for you for sticking up for your kids and not backing down! You are a great mom! And the book for Sharon is a great idea. Hope it helps her!
IPP/IEP are programs for children who have learning issues - Students with special needs are those whose needs are such that they require supports in addition to those provided by a classroom teacher.
That journal idea is brilliant! Can I ask how old Sharon is? I'm wondering because my 5-year-old is very sensitive and artistic, and she also makes art as a refuge. I could see a journal like that eventually being a great thing for her. (I'm afraid that school will be hard on her sweet, sensitive little soul.) Seems from your story like the journal gift came at the right time, and I'm wondering what that time (age) might be. Thanks for sharing. :)
Sharon's 11.5, most of her problems in school are the bullies. She's a very bright little girl, it's just her self-esteem has taken a real beating because of them.
If artwork or printing helps your daughter, do whatever you can to encourage it. It doesn't matter what age, if it works work with it :)
Agreed--we definitely encourage the art making, in all kinds of ways. The sand and stone idea is obviously too abstract for her now though, and I was wondering at what point a child can really get that. Understanding, of course, that all kids are different.
Oh, and I was also going to say....middle school age seems to be the toughest, in terms of kids being cruel and cliquey. From your experience would you say that was mostly true?
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As we went through middle school they teachers, councelors and principals really became a advocate for not only the kids but the parents as well.
Iun high school it is so refreshing because they really put the emphasis on what can we do to help the kids rather than what will make the school look better in the eyes of the district.
Anyway, you sound like me. We are looking out for our kids and don't give a crap what makes the school look better.
Go You!
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Pretty crazy about katlynn's school too, I don't blame you for getting her the hell out of there, that isn't a place to learn and grow
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As for Kat, he father wants her transferred too, but I have to speak on his behalf when I get my appointment.
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HRSB - IPP/Student Services
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If artwork or printing helps your daughter, do whatever you can to encourage it. It doesn't matter what age, if it works work with it :)
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