Jennyskids (ID=9) (Nov 14, 2000 8:51:08 PM)
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Jennyskids (ID=9) (Nov 14, 2000 8:51:28 PM)
Hi Peggy
Peggy (ID=8) (Nov 14, 2000 8:51:48 PM)
Hi Jenny
Peggy (ID=8) (Nov 14, 2000 8:51:57 PM)
How are you?
Jennyskids (ID=9) (Nov 14, 2000 8:52:25 PM)
I am fine and you?
Jennyskids (ID=9) (Nov 14, 2000 8:52:44 PM)
How did you change your sign?
Peggy (ID=8) (Nov 14, 2000 8:52:48 PM)
I'm at work right now, so I may drift in and out if I have to do something. I am fine. My son, who is 8 has CAPD.
Jennyskids (ID=9) (Nov 14, 2000 8:53:29 PM)
My niece who is 9 has CAPD
Peggy (ID=8) (Nov 14, 2000 8:53:35 PM)
I went to Users , then settings.
Jennyskids (ID=9) (Nov 14, 2000 8:53:42 PM)
I have custody
Peggy (ID=8) (Nov 14, 2000 8:54:13 PM)
How is she? My son just was tested at DuPont in Wilmington DE.
Peggy (ID=8) (Nov 14, 2000 8:54:52 PM)
They want me to have him also tested for Speech and Language. Learning Disabilities can be soooo confusing!!!..
jennyskids (ID=10) (Nov 14, 2000 8:56:43 PM)
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jennyskids (ID=10) (Nov 14, 2000 8:57:11 PM)
Hi I am back I got knocked off line
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 8:58:07 PM)
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Peggy (ID=8) (Nov 14, 2000 8:58:27 PM)
Hi Jenny, Looks like you keep getting kicked off...
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 8:58:29 PM)
Lets try this again
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 8:58:30 PM)
lol
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 8:58:48 PM)
that time I left by accident
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 8:59:30 PM)
ok as I was saying my niece was tested three years ago
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:00:07 PM)
she is very far behind in school
Kathy (ID=12) (Nov 14, 2000 9:00:12 PM)
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jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:00:21 PM)
we are fighting a big battle for help
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:00:30 PM)
Hi Kathy
Peggy (ID=8) (Nov 14, 2000 9:00:38 PM)
It's not easy.. Hi Kathy.
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:01:00 PM)
No it is a pain lol
Peggy (ID=8) (Nov 14, 2000 9:01:04 PM)
Jenny, Are you new to this chat? Or have you been here before?
Kathy (ID=12) (Nov 14, 2000 9:01:06 PM)
Hi gals!
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:01:16 PM)
The school doesn't want to do anything
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:01:25 PM)
I am new
Peggy (ID=8) (Nov 14, 2000 9:01:35 PM)
My son gets Learning support and has an IEP
Peggy (ID=8) (Nov 14, 2000 9:01:47 PM)
Does she have that available?
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:01:56 PM)
I told Donna I would help out even though I was new to the chat
Peggy (ID=8) (Nov 14, 2000 9:02:11 PM)
You mean Debbie?
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:02:18 PM)
We are putting together an IEP
Peggy (ID=8) (Nov 14, 2000 9:02:29 PM)
Has the school done testing?
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:02:37 PM)
Yes Debbie... sorry
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:03:02 PM)
Yes but it was a long time ago
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:03:25 PM)
We are getting her retested now
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:03:44 PM)
she is going to be tested by Christmas they say
Peggy (ID=8) (Nov 14, 2000 9:04:07 PM)
Sometimes if you write a letter requesting them to do testing, they are required to do testing within a certain amount of time... This way she should get some help with learning support/class accomidations.
jjdad (ID=13) (Nov 14, 2000 9:04:07 PM)
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jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:04:12 PM)
Is this room normally busy?
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:04:26 PM)
Hi Jjdad
Peggy (ID=8) (Nov 14, 2000 9:04:31 PM)
Hi JJ
jjdad (ID=13) (Nov 14, 2000 9:04:40 PM)
hello
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:04:50 PM)
How are you tonight?
Peggy (ID=8) (Nov 14, 2000 9:05:02 PM)
It can get busy, a lot of good people share information.
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:05:17 PM)
cool I am looking forward to it
jjdad (ID=13) (Nov 14, 2000 9:05:30 PM)
I am doing great how are you?
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:05:55 PM)
I did not realize that a chat went on in the evening time until the other day
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:06:00 PM)
I am doing good
Dorien (ID=14) (Nov 14, 2000 9:06:23 PM)
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jjdad (ID=13) (Nov 14, 2000 9:06:23 PM)
Do all of you have kids with CAP
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:06:52 PM)
I have a niece whom I am helping to raise with CAPD
Dorien (ID=14) (Nov 14, 2000 9:07:10 PM)
I have two with CAPD.
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:07:24 PM)
Hi Dorien
Dorien (ID=14) (Nov 14, 2000 9:07:36 PM)
Hi how are you tonight.
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:07:44 PM)
I am fine and You?
Dorien (ID=14) (Nov 14, 2000 9:07:59 PM)
doong good.
Dorien (ID=14) (Nov 14, 2000 9:08:10 PM)
long day
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:08:19 PM)
yea I agree
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 9:08:37 PM)
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jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:08:45 PM)
Hi drewk
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:08:49 PM)
welcome
Dorien (ID=14) (Nov 14, 2000 9:09:00 PM)
Hi drewk
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 9:09:10 PM)
Hi! What is the topic for tonight?
Peggy (ID=8) (Nov 14, 2000 9:09:33 PM)
No specific topic.
Kathy (ID=12) (Nov 14, 2000 9:09:40 PM)
We have a son we assume has severe auditory processing issues and does have apraxia. We are going to Buffalo (SUNY) at the end of the month for more specific diagnosis. I will be in and out of the chat....time to put kids to bed.
Peggy (ID=8) (Nov 14, 2000 9:10:07 PM)
Debbie isn't here because she is busy getting ready for marriage renewed.
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:11:08 PM)
Do any of your children use the FM system?
Dorien (ID=14) (Nov 14, 2000 9:11:31 PM)
I have one who does.
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 9:11:33 PM)
My daughter, 11years old, has been dealing with CAPD since diagnosed at age 3.5 years. She is having yet another IEP meeting this Friday. I am trying to get her a certified tutor/ teacher for one -on-one teaching tactics.
Peggy (ID=8) (Nov 14, 2000 9:11:37 PM)
I am going to talk to my son's teachers about that next week. I am not sure how they will feel about it.
Peggy (ID=8) (Nov 14, 2000 9:12:02 PM)
Sorry, about FM device.
Kathy (ID=12) (Nov 14, 2000 9:12:17 PM)
Has anyone heard of or tried "listening" therapies (Tomatis, Berard)?
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:12:19 PM)
The audiologist just recomended it for my niece
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:12:43 PM)
I am hoping it works.... do you see any improvements?
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 9:12:47 PM)
My daughter has had the FM system. At first she lliked it but now at an older age she has been somewhat ridiculed with it. It helped at first but it was mainly all of the teachers that didn't like using it.
Peggy (ID=8) (Nov 14, 2000 9:12:58 PM)
Jenny, I hear they can really help. Debbie Wood's daughter uses one and it has been good for them.
Dorien (ID=14) (Nov 14, 2000 9:13:11 PM)
My dtr has had one for 11/2 years
Peggy (ID=8) (Nov 14, 2000 9:13:32 PM)
Any problem with teachers? Dorien?
Peggy (ID=8) (Nov 14, 2000 9:13:40 PM)
Has it helped?
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:13:40 PM)
I would like to get a one on one tutor for my niece too
Dorien (ID=14) (Nov 14, 2000 9:13:51 PM)
No they seem to know better
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:14:20 PM)
however here in the state of FL I am being told they do not consider CAPD a disability that requires help
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 9:14:47 PM)
Right now my daughter has an uncertified aide that attends classes with her but she is unqualified to do any good
Dorien (ID=14) (Nov 14, 2000 9:14:48 PM)
Tricia is now under 504 now and the school knows I will take them to court
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:15:51 PM)
I hope the FM system works well for her... THe teacher she has now is willing to use it who knows about the future teachers
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 9:15:54 PM)
All learning disabilities despite which state you are in will allow these benefits you just have to fight tooth an nail for these rights
Dorien (ID=14) (Nov 14, 2000 9:16:08 PM)
For so long I was told to put Tricia in SE but with out knowing what was wrong I would not
karen (ID=17) (Nov 14, 2000 9:16:56 PM)
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jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:16:58 PM)
We just found out that a 504 was not put into effect 2 years ago when it was assigned
Jade (ID=16) (Nov 14, 2000 9:17:03 PM)
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jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:17:09 PM)
Hi Karen
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 9:17:16 PM)
Just a word to the wise. All teachers that I have become involved with will SAY that they will do something and like it but realistically the class sizes are just too big and they become overwhelmed with everything and then just doesn't do it.
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:17:16 PM)
Hi Jade
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:17:25 PM)
How are you both tonight
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 9:17:31 PM)
hi jade
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 9:17:45 PM)
Hi Karen
Jade (ID=16) (Nov 14, 2000 9:17:51 PM)
hello
karen (ID=17) (Nov 14, 2000 9:17:57 PM)
Hi everyone. Drewk, I have been having the same experience as you.
Dorien (ID=14) (Nov 14, 2000 9:17:58 PM)
Hi Jade
KLS (ID=18) (Nov 14, 2000 9:18:23 PM)
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jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:18:38 PM)
I am seriously considering home schooling... however I have not met anybody as of yet that does home school a child with CAPD
karen (ID=17) (Nov 14, 2000 9:18:39 PM)
When I meet with the teachers one on one they are very responsive, but there is hardly any follow through.
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:18:45 PM)
Hi KLS
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 9:18:54 PM)
Thanks for saying that. Sometimes you tend to feel like the only one in the pond fighting the big sharks!
KLS (ID=18) (Nov 14, 2000 9:19:02 PM)
Hello Sorry I'm late
jjdad (ID=13) (Nov 14, 2000 9:19:07 PM)
Our school is looking into getting the FM system as the class is 25 to 1 ratio. But I was wondering how it affects the child when they are not wearing the system?
Jade (ID=16) (Nov 14, 2000 9:19:27 PM)
my child is equipped with the fm system
Jade (ID=16) (Nov 14, 2000 9:19:55 PM)
we have seen improvement with grades
Dorien (ID=14) (Nov 14, 2000 9:20:00 PM)
When Tricia got her FM unit she did so much better
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 9:20:05 PM)
As with any other child with CAPD they will become bewildered and lost yet the school districts do not realize that if they just adjust the acoustics in all classrooms that everyone will benefit
Jade (ID=16) (Nov 14, 2000 9:20:36 PM)
today got my childs report card
Deb (ID=19) (Nov 14, 2000 9:20:37 PM)
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jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:20:37 PM)
I have always had a great relationship with the teachers and I agree the class sizes are just to big for them to be able to do everything
Jade (ID=16) (Nov 14, 2000 9:20:52 PM)
actually progress report
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:21:00 PM)
Hi Deb
Jade (ID=16) (Nov 14, 2000 9:21:07 PM)
have a drop in two subjects
Dorien (ID=14) (Nov 14, 2000 9:21:08 PM)
Hi Deb
Peggy (ID=8) (Nov 14, 2000 9:21:19 PM)
Hi Deb.
Deb (ID=19) (Nov 14, 2000 9:21:22 PM)
Hi everyone...how are you all?
Jade (ID=16) (Nov 14, 2000 9:21:25 PM)
but i definitely feel is due to lack of study time
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:21:32 PM)
I am fine and You?
Jade (ID=16) (Nov 14, 2000 9:21:40 PM)
she's learning in the classroom
Dorien (ID=14) (Nov 14, 2000 9:21:45 PM)
good and you
KLS (ID=18) (Nov 14, 2000 9:21:58 PM)
Deb we will be seeing Dr. M at UF in two weeks, do you know of a good place to stay near campus?
Jade (ID=16) (Nov 14, 2000 9:22:01 PM)
just needs to put a little more effort in studying
Deb (ID=19) (Nov 14, 2000 9:22:05 PM)
Ok.....Dr. appt. today with my son...his APD re'eval...
Jade (ID=16) (Nov 14, 2000 9:22:23 PM)
she has proven she can make good grades
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:22:40 PM)
UF..... univer. of FL?
KLS (ID=18) (Nov 14, 2000 9:22:47 PM)
yup
Jade (ID=16) (Nov 14, 2000 9:23:00 PM)
I'm feeling a little overwhelmed right now
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:23:14 PM)
cool then you guys are from my neck of the woods
Deb (ID=19) (Nov 14, 2000 9:23:20 PM)
KLS...just had our appt. today with Dr.Hall at Shands...there is a hotel right accross the street from Shands...darn if I got the name today...give U of F a call...they'd be able to tell you the name of it...
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:23:29 PM)
I know how that feels Jade
KLS (ID=18) (Nov 14, 2000 9:23:32 PM)
pinellas county
Dorien (ID=14) (Nov 14, 2000 9:23:35 PM)
I just got Tricia's Tony's from last year and she did great I still can not get over it
Jade (ID=16) (Nov 14, 2000 9:23:43 PM)
glad someone understands
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:23:49 PM)
I am from Pasco
Deb (ID=19) (Nov 14, 2000 9:23:52 PM)
jennyskids...yeah...there seems to be a lot of us from Fla....
KLS (ID=18) (Nov 14, 2000 9:24:10 PM)
Ifound chat from Dr. M
karen (ID=17) (Nov 14, 2000 9:24:10 PM)
I feel all alone here in NY.
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:24:17 PM)
how do you get through to the school system?
KLS (ID=18) (Nov 14, 2000 9:24:29 PM)
me?
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:24:37 PM)
they keep telling me CAPD is not considered a disability in FL
Dorien (ID=14) (Nov 14, 2000 9:24:39 PM)
Me to I do not know any one in NY
Dorien (ID=14) (Nov 14, 2000 9:24:51 PM)
with children with CAPD
KLS (ID=18) (Nov 14, 2000 9:25:05 PM)
Capd is not recognized in Pinellas either
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 9:25:10 PM)
CAPD is too a disability nationwide
Jade (ID=16) (Nov 14, 2000 9:25:24 PM)
it is in SC
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:25:34 PM)
I know but they say that FL does not recognize it
Jade (ID=16) (Nov 14, 2000 9:25:50 PM)
we have considered moving to FL
jjdad (ID=13) (Nov 14, 2000 9:25:55 PM)
In VA our school recognizes CPD
KLS (ID=18) (Nov 14, 2000 9:25:58 PM)
does not recognize sensory intergraton problems
Jade (ID=16) (Nov 14, 2000 9:26:09 PM)
definitely will reconsider that move
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:26:24 PM)
I am sorry Dorien... I felt very alone too but am finding out I am not
Jade (ID=16) (Nov 14, 2000 9:27:06 PM)
does anyone know if capd can mild or severe
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:27:09 PM)
Jade some people get things done without a problem but I am fighting tooth and nail
Dorien (ID=14) (Nov 14, 2000 9:27:12 PM)
It took me two years but I know that more children have
Dorien (ID=14) (Nov 14, 2000 9:27:27 PM)
CAPD with out being RX
Jade (ID=16) (Nov 14, 2000 9:27:29 PM)
jennyskids where are you
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:27:30 PM)
I do too
karen (ID=17) (Nov 14, 2000 9:27:45 PM)
Jade, it definitely can range from mild to severe.
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:27:52 PM)
the more I have found out about it the more I can see others with it
Jade (ID=16) (Nov 14, 2000 9:28:24 PM)
i've been wondering what the severity of my daughter
KLS (ID=18) (Nov 14, 2000 9:28:30 PM)
Has anyone read the book "the Rescue" by Nicholas Sparks? The child in it has APD
karen (ID=17) (Nov 14, 2000 9:28:31 PM)
jade, has your child been tested by an audiologist or speech path.?
Jade (ID=16) (Nov 14, 2000 9:28:39 PM)
yes karen
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:28:39 PM)
no I havent
Dorien (ID=14) (Nov 14, 2000 9:28:43 PM)
I work with so many kids that are RX with ADHD that may have CAPD
Jade (ID=16) (Nov 14, 2000 9:28:50 PM)
audio
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:29:16 PM)
have any of you taken the fast forward program?
Jade (ID=16) (Nov 14, 2000 9:29:17 PM)
hold on i'll get the results
KLS (ID=18) (Nov 14, 2000 9:29:20 PM)
Jade how old is your child?
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 9:29:24 PM)
yes
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:29:34 PM)
how did they do?
Jade (ID=16) (Nov 14, 2000 9:29:36 PM)
11
KLS (ID=18) (Nov 14, 2000 9:29:40 PM)
Can't we are n't old enough
karen (ID=17) (Nov 14, 2000 9:29:49 PM)
Can anyone tell me what a 504 is?
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 9:29:50 PM)
great on fastforward
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:30:04 PM)
we are looking into it
jjdad (ID=13) (Nov 14, 2000 9:30:10 PM)
what is fastforward?
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:30:15 PM)
I have heard it is expensive
Jade (ID=16) (Nov 14, 2000 9:30:19 PM)
yes karen my child has a 504
Dorien (ID=14) (Nov 14, 2000 9:31:08 PM)
In Ny 504 is just giving the child a chance to use FM unit or other divices they need with out being undre SE
Jade (ID=16) (Nov 14, 2000 9:31:12 PM)
my daughter tested right ear 48% Left ear 62% normal limits are 72%
Jade (ID=16) (Nov 14, 2000 9:31:28 PM)
does anyone know what the severity would be
KLS (ID=18) (Nov 14, 2000 9:32:12 PM)
you can get info online on fast for word at www.scientiiclearning.com
karen (ID=17) (Nov 14, 2000 9:32:26 PM)
Dorien, does that mean the child has an iep with a case worker, but isn't labelled se?
Peggy (ID=8) (Nov 14, 2000 9:32:37 PM)
JJDAD, check out brainconnection.com or scientificlearning.com tor FastForword info.
Dorien (ID=14) (Nov 14, 2000 9:32:56 PM)
No she does not. I would not let our school do that
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:32:58 PM)
from my understanding a 504 is a plan that allows a child special instructions in the classroom or school day to help without a IEP plan
KLS (ID=18) (Nov 14, 2000 9:32:59 PM)
thank you peggy
Peggy (ID=8) (Nov 14, 2000 9:33:15 PM)
I hope to have my son use the FastForWord program
jjdad (ID=13) (Nov 14, 2000 9:33:16 PM)
KLS and Peggy thanks I will check those sites out.
Jade (ID=16) (Nov 14, 2000 9:33:29 PM)
section 504 is a Student Accomodation Plan for the classroom
Jade (ID=16) (Nov 14, 2000 9:33:55 PM)
I have found out that a 504 is seperate from a IEP
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:34:00 PM)
thank you Jade
karen (ID=17) (Nov 14, 2000 9:34:12 PM)
How does one get a 504 plan
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:34:12 PM)
I knew what I was trying to say lol
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 9:34:17 PM)
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jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:34:21 PM)
Hi DS
Jade (ID=16) (Nov 14, 2000 9:34:33 PM)
a 504 doesn't qualify a student for some services
Dorien (ID=14) (Nov 14, 2000 9:34:36 PM)
I asked the school for the 504
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:34:43 PM)
How are you tonight
Jade (ID=16) (Nov 14, 2000 9:34:44 PM)
such as an SLP
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 9:34:55 PM)
Hi...just me Deb...I got the big boot off, and couldn't get vack in!
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:35:17 PM)
oh well welcome back
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 9:35:31 PM)
Thanks jennyskids!
karen (ID=17) (Nov 14, 2000 9:35:32 PM)
Hi Deb, I wanted to ask you how your child's reeval went
Jade (ID=16) (Nov 14, 2000 9:35:33 PM)
being placed on an IEP would qualify a student with SLP
Jade (ID=16) (Nov 14, 2000 9:35:47 PM)
or Resource
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:36:39 PM)
I am new to all this 504 and IEP stuff .... all I know is I want help with what she needs
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:37:09 PM)
we talked to the school psycologist and she is helping us a little
Jade (ID=16) (Nov 14, 2000 9:37:11 PM)
this is what section 504 education policy states
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 9:37:23 PM)
Karen.,..well, we learned some new info that we didn't know before...he has some sort of a 'hearing' thing going on, not just his APD....that hinders him as well...not exactly sure what it's called...my brain is still on major info overload right now!
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:37:53 PM)
only because I worked with her boss at district level on a fundraiser then found out he was the person I needed to talk to all along
Jade (ID=16) (Nov 14, 2000 9:38:12 PM)
It is the intention of the District to ensure that students who are disable with the definition of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 are identified, evaluated, and provided with appropiate educational services
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 9:38:27 PM)
Plus, Dr. HAll wants him to have a language eval, because he has issues there as well. He's getting speech and OT since he was 3....he's now 8...
karen (ID=17) (Nov 14, 2000 9:38:52 PM)
If it makes anyone feel better, as a pediatric OT (I'm home with my kids now) I was 1/5 th of an iep, and I still do not know how to go about advocating for my child.
KLS (ID=18) (Nov 14, 2000 9:38:58 PM)
who does a language eval-if not the speech path?
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 9:39:54 PM)
KLS....not sure to tell you the truth...unless it's the slp, but w/ language background as well...???
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:39:54 PM)
Deb... so this Dr at UF is a specialist in the field of CAPD?
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 9:40:21 PM)
jennyskids...yes, he is. I was very pleased with him today.
Jade (ID=16) (Nov 14, 2000 9:40:32 PM)
Under this policy, a disabled student is one who has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities, including learning, has a record of such impairment, or is regarded as having such an impairment. Students may be disabled under Sect. 504 even though they do not require services under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Due process rights of disabled students and their parent under Sect. 504 will be afforded
KLS (ID=18) (Nov 14, 2000 9:40:36 PM)
Had youmet him before?
Dorien (ID=14) (Nov 14, 2000 9:40:37 PM)
The school knows I work as an advocate and if I will fight for other kids I will fight twice as hard for my own
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 9:40:47 PM)
He was very thourough, and actually did some addt'l testing.
karen (ID=17) (Nov 14, 2000 9:41:12 PM)
Thank you Jade for all your info
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 9:41:18 PM)
KLS....no I hadn't. But Dr. M and Debbie said we were in good hands with him...we were.
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:41:23 PM)
How did you get an appointment with him?.... Did you just call?
Jade (ID=16) (Nov 14, 2000 9:41:27 PM)
you welcome
Jade (ID=16) (Nov 14, 2000 9:41:32 PM)
your welcome
KLS (ID=18) (Nov 14, 2000 9:41:49 PM)
DId you start out with Dr. M and then proceed to Dr. Hall or ???
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 9:41:59 PM)
jennyskids...his ped. made the referral, and I then made the appt.
KMan (ID=21) (Nov 14, 2000 9:42:02 PM)
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drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 9:42:07 PM)
Dorien, after I advised that I also was an advocate and that i was fighting so hard they had the audacity to tell me to find a support group to vent my dilemmas.
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:42:08 PM)
Hi Kman
jjdad (ID=13) (Nov 14, 2000 9:42:14 PM)
Our Audiologist and Pediatrician keep recomending we send our CAPD child to a Neurologist. Have any of you done that? And what help would the Neurologist be?
KMan (ID=21) (Nov 14, 2000 9:42:18 PM)
hi
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 9:42:55 PM)
KLS....No, we didn't start with Dr. M...I was hoping we could, but with his insurance, I had to go to Shands, and she is at U of F...even though they are associated....go figure!
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:43:01 PM)
Did you use any of All Childrens testing?
KLS (ID=18) (Nov 14, 2000 9:43:16 PM)
Jennyskids I found Dr M online and called her up and made the appointment without a referral. My pediatrician doesnt see a problem
karen (ID=17) (Nov 14, 2000 9:43:31 PM)
I must go, but thank you everyone for your info and support. Good nite.
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 9:43:32 PM)
I'm not familiar with that...what is it jennyskids?
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 9:43:33 PM)
Yes I have seen the neurologist for my daughter and it was the best thing I have ever done. It eliminated alot of other problems and gave us an idea of where to begin for treatment. It is so expensive though.
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:43:35 PM)
ok I will look for her then
KLS (ID=18) (Nov 14, 2000 9:43:42 PM)
my child is not old enogh for all Childrens
Dorien (ID=14) (Nov 14, 2000 9:43:45 PM)
Our school know when a parent member got in my face one time I told her that I was the parent and I am the only advocate that my child needed
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:43:57 PM)
Goodnight Karen
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 9:44:08 PM)
Night Karen...
Dorien (ID=14) (Nov 14, 2000 9:44:11 PM)
They pushed their luck
Dorien (ID=14) (Nov 14, 2000 9:44:26 PM)
Good night Karen
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:44:42 PM)
Deb... my niece had her CAPD testing done there
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 9:44:45 PM)
Dorien, good for you. I also told them that I was a support system and that maybe they should make an appointment with me.
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:45:08 PM)
they also offer the lindamood bell program I think?
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 9:45:24 PM)
jennyskids....I was really happy with it....I just can't wait to ge the report, so I can remember everything he told my Mom and I today!
KLS (ID=18) (Nov 14, 2000 9:45:31 PM)
to be tested at All Children's Hospital in St. Petersburg, for CAPD, a child must be at least five and begun reading
Dorien (ID=14) (Nov 14, 2000 9:45:38 PM)
I have seen people in our CSE come and go just as fast because they can not take it
jennyskids (ID=11) (Nov 14, 2000 9:45:50 PM)
I will look it up I am interested that is for sure
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 9:46:14 PM)
What is it that scares these parents away?
Dorien (ID=14) (Nov 14, 2000 9:46:38 PM)
got me I still do not know
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 9:47:28 PM)
Ut-oh...hope jennyskids didn't get booted off.....
jjdad (ID=13) (Nov 14, 2000 9:47:28 PM)
drewk do you go once to the neurologist for these test or is it a series of visits?
Jade (ID=16) (Nov 14, 2000 9:47:55 PM)
good night everyone
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 9:48:05 PM)
Goodnight JAde......
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 9:48:42 PM)
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KLS (ID=18) (Nov 14, 2000 9:48:48 PM)
These tests are administered by an audiologist
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 9:48:54 PM)
Did you get the boot too?
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 9:49:02 PM)
I was booted off
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 9:49:08 PM)
yes I did
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 9:49:21 PM)
for about the 100th time tonight
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 9:49:22 PM)
They really did all of the tests in one long day. This Dr. also did the blood work and EEG that day too. Believe me it eliminated alot of thoughts about the CAPD and other linguistic learning disabilities
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 9:49:23 PM)
I was booted off earlier today when I was on an IM with debbie....
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 9:49:40 PM)
Something is going on again.....
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 9:50:55 PM)
ok I did not realize that the child had to be 5 and reading because my niece was going to private speech there since she was 3 and then they just did the testing
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 9:51:09 PM)
I thought it was because we were seeing a problem
Peggy (ID=8) (Nov 14, 2000 9:51:39 PM)
Drewk, What is "other linguistic learning disabilities"?
jjdad (ID=13) (Nov 14, 2000 9:52:25 PM)
Drewk thanks! My daughter is only 5 and had a very bad experience with the long non stop testing procedure our insensitive audiologist gave her when testing for CAPD. I do not know if we could go through another lond day of testing at this time.
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 9:53:37 PM)
DS how long of a wait did you have from the time you made the appointment?
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 9:53:52 PM)
It is a LARGE word used by all of the neuropsychs and psychologists that means that there maybe other problems other that CAPD but they do not necessarily know what the other problems may be. They then , in turn, try to do the guinea pig effect to try to prescribe some meds that may or maynot be needed.
KLS (ID=18) (Nov 14, 2000 9:54:27 PM)
Whe I called to schedule testingfor APD they told me my almost 4 year-old is not old enough to do the testing. DrM is puttinghim in a trial study that takes 4 yr olds
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 9:54:32 PM)
jennyskids....I made the appt. on Oct. 4th...so it was a little over a month...
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 9:54:34 PM)
jjdad, they did the testing in a very professional way. Alot of small breaks and some nice people to make it very fun
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 9:54:50 PM)
wow that is not bad
Dorien (ID=14) (Nov 14, 2000 9:54:55 PM)
Good night
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 9:55:25 PM)
It took us 6 weeks to get the audiologists appt.
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 9:55:35 PM)
My niece is 9
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 9:55:50 PM)
No, I was pleased, actually. Then, yesterday, Travis came home from school, right after he got there! I thought I may have to cancel....I was sooo bummed...thank goodness we were able to make it!
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 9:56:36 PM)
That is great... how old is Travis? Did you say and I didn't remeber?
KLS (ID=18) (Nov 14, 2000 9:56:41 PM)
DS I can relate...W is schudled for the 28th and last week his ears were bleeding...Tubes were draining...
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 9:56:51 PM)
He is 8, and in 2nd grade.
Peggy (ID=8) (Nov 14, 2000 9:56:55 PM)
Drewk, Thanks for the explaination.
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 9:57:20 PM)
KLS...is he ok now?
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 9:57:27 PM)
It is amazing to me how much ear infections play a role in CAPD
KLS (ID=18) (Nov 14, 2000 9:58:00 PM)
went to school that day once we got the drainage to stop...what a little ear infection get ya down.. Dr. said he looked ok send so I did...
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 9:58:12 PM)
yet I am blessed that my son who has had ear infections since he was 5 days old shows no problems thank goodness
KLS (ID=18) (Nov 14, 2000 9:58:46 PM)
we had them from 6 months to 30 months
KLS (ID=18) (Nov 14, 2000 9:58:58 PM)
this is the first one in a year
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 9:59:03 PM)
May I ask why is everyone going outside of the school district to see an audiologist etc if I am understanding right I do believe that school districts are responsible for these testings and if they are unable to provide these testings then they are to send the child to other facilities to do the testing and the school's expends. REmeber a child is to recieve a proper education at no expense to the parents and in order to recieve that education then the needed testings and facts about that child needs to be obtained and mandated by that district
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 9:59:03 PM)
jennyskids...that was a ? Dr. Hall asked today, if he had a lot of ear infects. as a child...he never had one til he was about 1 1/2 y.o....and then, he didn't have a ton of them. His younger brother had more than he did, and Corey is a very smart kid...all a's!
jjdad (ID=13) (Nov 14, 2000 9:59:11 PM)
I have not heard that ear infections play a role in CAPD?
KLS (ID=18) (Nov 14, 2000 9:59:52 PM)
That was the first question Dr. M asked me when I called her to talk to her and schedule an appointment
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 9:59:57 PM)
jjdad....they say that could be one of the factors causing CAPD...
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 10:00:19 PM)
jjdad, ear infections MAY contribute due to the lack of hearing at a very important time in the child's life but not the main factor
jjdad (ID=13) (Nov 14, 2000 10:00:25 PM)
WOW I did not know that
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:00:50 PM)
HE is 11 and still has them... He could not talk hardly at all until he was three
KLS (ID=18) (Nov 14, 2000 10:00:56 PM)
drewk we are going out of the system here in fl cause the systems do not recognized APD as a condition that needs testing or treatemnt.
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:01:05 PM)
Another thing they say can 'cause' CAPD...is a traumatic birth...now, THAT, Travis had....plus, by using forceps at birth...which Travis did....
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 10:01:22 PM)
But that isn't right!
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:01:49 PM)
they told me they thought he had some form of mental retardation ... then we got tubes and I have not been able to shut him up..... he could HEAR
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 10:01:56 PM)
I believe that if you fight hard enough in FL that you would get more
KLS (ID=18) (Nov 14, 2000 10:02:15 PM)
I have afeeling that all of us down here are going to have to go to court I hope not..
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:02:26 PM)
I agree KLS
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:02:38 PM)
They are not helpful at ALL
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:03:00 PM)
They tell me not to mention APD try other angles
jjdad (ID=13) (Nov 14, 2000 10:03:08 PM)
Drewk our school system was the one that asked us to go outside the system to have her tested by an audiologist and then told us to have the report sent directly to them. It was right expensive and my insurance would not cover it.
KLS (ID=18) (Nov 14, 2000 10:03:14 PM)
It is not a matter of fighting...if they don't recognize it they don't have to remediatie it or provide accomodations.
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:04:09 PM)
I think we all need to somehow, as parents, need to get CAPD listed as a recognizable disability....because IT IS...if ADD/ADHD is, then this should be as well.
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:04:24 PM)
I don't know how to go about getting it recognized either... I don't know even where to start a call regarding that'
KLS (ID=18) (Nov 14, 2000 10:04:30 PM)
agreed
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:04:41 PM)
I agree
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:04:59 PM)
That's where the NCAPD would come in...we'll have to check it out with Debbie...
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:05:04 PM)
who do we call... how do we start?
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:05:16 PM)
ok
KLS (ID=18) (Nov 14, 2000 10:05:38 PM)
I think the first thing to do is to contact the state vobard of ed and see what diagnosis' they recognize.
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:05:49 PM)
I will be more than happy to jump on that band wagon
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:05:56 PM)
I don't know if we start with our legislators, with the school districts, with special ed depts....I'll ask Debbie tomorrow....
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 10:06:25 PM)
AS I am sitting here and reading about thte FL laws I am getting more mad by the minute. All of the states have to honor all of the laws. If the school system TOLD you to have the testing done outside of the school setting and you did then you have set yourself up for them to say that it was a pre-existing situation and now the responsiblity is totally off of them and basically they have now won. If you had said at that time that they will have to be resposnsible for the bill because they had approached you about the dilemma you would have seen that they would have paid for the outside visit 100 percent. BElieve me. I also advised them they had to reimburse me for travel in which they did know because if you remember that the education has to be supplied to the parents and NO cost to them including travel
KLS (ID=18) (Nov 14, 2000 10:06:34 PM)
If the state recognizes it, it should be easier to get the individual counties to recognize.
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:06:46 PM)
But, there HAS TO BE A WAY...our kids ALL deserve to have WHAT they need, in order to suceed in school....NO MATTER WHAT IT MAY BE!!
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:06:54 PM)
KLS...right!
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:06:57 PM)
I have tried at district level and the head sec. of the psycologist dept just had her child diag. with CAPD and doesn't know what to do either
KLS (ID=18) (Nov 14, 2000 10:07:48 PM)
If the state does not recognize, then we need to get the statistics on howmany florida child suffer with this...
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:07:57 PM)
jennyskids....see, we need to have people in her position maybe, to try and jump in....
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:08:45 PM)
I asked her to help she said she would try
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 10:08:49 PM)
All districts are responsible if you make them understand that you know what is their responsiblity and you know your own responsiblities. The districts can send in the best bullshitters(excuse my language) around but you know the limits and make them know you know
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:08:55 PM)
KLS....and the sad thing is, there are probably sooooo many more who are NOT diagnosed, and have CAPD!
KLS (ID=18) (Nov 14, 2000 10:09:07 PM)
true
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:09:14 PM)
I know there has to be
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:09:38 PM)
jennyskids....great! She may be able to be a steppingstone...she would have access to things/info/people, that we all wouldn't.
jjdad (ID=13) (Nov 14, 2000 10:09:51 PM)
Why not go to your congressperson in FL and explain the problems you are having with the school system not providing your child with the proper learning experience?
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:10:00 PM)
I have worked with kids in the school system that i helped tutor in reading and math and thought these kids show the signs of CAPD
KLS (ID=18) (Nov 14, 2000 10:10:27 PM)
drewk you are right but if they won;t even discuss it with us...the audiologists have been told not to discuss it... the speech paths aren't allowed to discuss it....you have to have a party willing to meet you at the table...
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 10:10:52 PM)
Don't try the legislators--Benn there done that. They do not want to hear anything about education because they do not want to fund any more to the education system in the states
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:11:00 PM)
jjdad....you're right...if EVERYONE, who has problems getting the help they need for their child, SOMEONE, would hopefully, sit up and take notice!
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:11:09 PM)
I wouldn't call Tall. now for all the tea in China
KLS (ID=18) (Nov 14, 2000 10:11:23 PM)
me either
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:11:40 PM)
damn, I'm still pretty new to Fla.!
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 10:11:42 PM)
It takes a lot of investigating and a lot of reading but mainly a lot of reading between the lines
KLS (ID=18) (Nov 14, 2000 10:12:12 PM)
I don't have the diagnosis yet... so I have been waiting to rattle the districts cage until I see DrM and know fo rsure what we are talking about
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:12:15 PM)
A little naieve, huh?!
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:12:15 PM)
I am new to this fight
jjdad (ID=13) (Nov 14, 2000 10:12:18 PM)
drewk what state are you from?
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 10:12:45 PM)
previously South Dakota but now in the state of ARizona
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 10:14:08 PM)
I could write a book on these fights. I tape every meeting and every IEP meeting and then bring these tapes with me to the meetings. They are all marked so when I need to confron the people in these meetings and prove to them that they walk all over their words I replay these tapes. It helps a lot
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:14:12 PM)
See I do not know how they can not recognize it with it being a disability....That has been a
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:14:19 PM)
question for me
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:14:29 PM)
Once I get Travis' report, and we have to call for a new IEP meeting, I really don't think I'll come upon a whole lot of problems getting what he needs...hopefully, anyway. His school doesn't have quite the $$ issues to deal with.
KLS (ID=18) (Nov 14, 2000 10:15:05 PM)
right now I think we are getting what we need too.
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:15:08 PM)
I hope not
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 10:15:10 PM)
It is easy. They have to recognize it but they know that you don't know they have to recognize it so they tell you that they don't. Make sense?
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:15:18 PM)
See I know we are NOT
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:15:35 PM)
Yes and No
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 10:15:45 PM)
DS I hope you are right but I can almost guarantee that you will be in the ride of your life!
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:15:54 PM)
drewk...tes, it does....sadly. =(
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:15:55 PM)
I see what you mean but it makes me soooo angry
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:16:35 PM)
I know I have done nothing but fight since school started
bob (ID=23) (Nov 14, 2000 10:16:50 PM)
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jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:17:08 PM)
They say they are willing to help but they fight me all the way
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 10:17:08 PM)
HI BOB
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:17:11 PM)
Hi Bob
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:17:19 PM)
How are you tonight?
KLS (ID=18) (Nov 14, 2000 10:17:22 PM)
I'm going to say good night W says he is hungry see you next week
bob (ID=23) (Nov 14, 2000 10:17:25 PM)
hello
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:17:33 PM)
By Kls
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:17:43 PM)
drewk...our school just got $300,000.00 GIVEN to them...they have all of the $$ backing they could possibly EVER need...it's a charter school, associated with The Villages, a HUGE retirement community, with TONS of $$...the granddaughter;s son, of the founder of the villages goes there...
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:17:44 PM)
Have a good evening and goodnight
KLS (ID=18) (Nov 14, 2000 10:17:53 PM)
thanks
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:18:00 PM)
night KLS......
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:18:41 PM)
Wow that is great
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 10:18:50 PM)
They have the money but not just for your child as I have been told way too often. This money is already planned for other things most importantly for gifted children, extracurricular etc.
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:18:52 PM)
I hope you are right
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:19:00 PM)
We are very, very lucky!!
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:19:29 PM)
is that in the Palm Harbor area?
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:19:31 PM)
The school AWESOME!!!
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:19:41 PM)
that is wonderful
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:19:43 PM)
No, it's in Lady Lake
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:20:04 PM)
ok then i don't know where that is
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 10:20:15 PM)
DS I hope you are right and if you get what you want let me know because I am moving to where you are.
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:20:19 PM)
It's about 30 min. south of Ocala.
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:20:29 PM)
ME TOOO
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:20:34 PM)
oh ok
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:20:52 PM)
drewk...I will....check back after we have the meeting...
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:20:53 PM)
I was thinking you were the one from Pinellas County
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:21:05 PM)
are you in Marion or Shelby?
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:21:14 PM)
jennyskids...no...can't remember who that was either...
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 10:21:15 PM)
Is this in FL?
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:21:18 PM)
Marion
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:21:24 PM)
oh ok cool
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:21:29 PM)
drewk...yes
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:22:01 PM)
I have friends in Ocala. We visit there often
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 10:22:03 PM)
Not to change the subject but you guys in FL do you know who the new president is yet
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:22:18 PM)
NO!!!! Hahahahahahaha
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:22:28 PM)
I'm telling you guys...it goes beyond words to try and explain about this school....
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:22:52 PM)
HAHA drewk...are we really the laughing stock of the US now?!?!
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 10:23:07 PM)
Do your teachers get above and beyond the pay that other school districts
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:23:33 PM)
It smells so crooked to me..... I can't hardly stand to watch anymore... and I am not taking sides at all
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:23:35 PM)
NO
bob (ID=23) (Nov 14, 2000 10:23:47 PM)
dvd---democrats with voting disability
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 10:23:52 PM)
Your state isn't the laughing stock but the whole system is stupid just like the educational system for all of the states
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:24:06 PM)
yes...then, about 5 weeks ago, they were each given $1,000.00 to buy whatever they wanted for their classrooms!! Even the art, music and PE teachers!
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:24:18 PM)
drewk...Agreed!
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:24:36 PM)
That is wonderful I think I am moving up your way
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:24:50 PM)
lol
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:24:54 PM)
You should....it would be worth the move!!
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:25:07 PM)
I love that area anyways
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:25:11 PM)
They just broke ground last week for the middle school....
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 10:25:18 PM)
DS HOw many children are in classes
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:25:29 PM)
Let me know when you come to Ocala next...
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:25:30 PM)
i care for my elderly parents here though
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:25:34 PM)
Ok
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:26:03 PM)
It isn't that far of a drive about 1 hour 45 mins
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:26:28 PM)
My 1st grader has 22 kids in his class, and Travis has 19 in his...no more than 24 though...and most don't have that many.
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:26:29 PM)
Bob how many children do you have?
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 10:27:15 PM)
Im sold but keep us informed if you do have any prblems because I still think you may have some problems
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:27:17 PM)
that is about average DS for this area too. So it is not a title one school then
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:27:32 PM)
jennyskids....e-mail me when you're coming this way...it's debstanschott@aol.com
bob (ID=23) (Nov 14, 2000 10:27:35 PM)
four--thanks for asking
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:27:56 PM)
jennyskids....no, it's not.
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:28:12 PM)
ok I will
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:28:17 PM)
drewk...say it isn't so!! But, I will let you all know!
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:28:28 PM)
bob how many have apd?
bob (ID=23) (Nov 14, 2000 10:28:45 PM)
help----what ia apd
bob (ID=23) (Nov 14, 2000 10:28:51 PM)
is
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:28:54 PM)
CAPD
bob (ID=23) (Nov 14, 2000 10:29:22 PM)
well--were not sure--we just had an audiologist mention
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:29:33 PM)
oh ok
bob (ID=23) (Nov 14, 2000 10:30:03 PM)
he is being tested for learning disabilities and the teacher
bob (ID=23) (Nov 14, 2000 10:30:17 PM)
thought maybe he had a hearing problem
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:30:23 PM)
So many people now call it APD instead of CAPD... I was just going with the trend sorry
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:30:43 PM)
where are you from bob?
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 10:30:43 PM)
Bob-Stop right there-You are new so let me be the first to tell you. If they tell you to go outside of the district for testing you tell them OK but where will the district be sending me and that they will be responsible for the payment and that travel reimbursement will be warranted.
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:31:22 PM)
good going drewk...lol train us right
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:31:23 PM)
lol
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:31:24 PM)
jennyskids...you're right...sometimes I call it CAPD, other APD...depends on who I'm talking to!
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 10:31:43 PM)
Bob tell them that your insurance will not cover these expenses and thatif they feel that this is warranted then they will be responsible. Let me know what their faces look like
bob (ID=23) (Nov 14, 2000 10:32:08 PM)
we did this on our own drewk--school was dragging feet
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:32:18 PM)
yes that is the first time I called it APD and I went and confussed him :(
bob (ID=23) (Nov 14, 2000 10:32:28 PM)
lol
bob (ID=23) (Nov 14, 2000 10:32:35 PM)
no problem
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:32:43 PM)
jennyskids...that'll teach ya! *L*
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:32:54 PM)
yea really
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:32:56 PM)
lol
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 10:33:12 PM)
Oh no! You have now been sucked in and they will not be of any benefit to you in the future. The responsiblity is solely on you. Why do you think they drag their feet?
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:33:30 PM)
My Dad has MS....so using ANY kind of abbreviations makes him nuts!
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:33:50 PM)
yes I imagine that is true
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:34:08 PM)
bob did you say what state you live in?
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:34:30 PM)
I didn't know if I missed it
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:34:43 PM)
He's always like....Deb....just SAY it...use the teacher LAST name, not first...I drive my Dad crazy sometimes!
bob (ID=23) (Nov 14, 2000 10:34:44 PM)
his kindergarden teacher thought he might have a problem then suggested testing--then said he seems ok--no testing
bob (ID=23) (Nov 14, 2000 10:34:50 PM)
mi
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:35:01 PM)
ok cool
bob (ID=23) (Nov 14, 2000 10:35:16 PM)
now he is in first grade and its starting again
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:35:29 PM)
I know Deb I have a relationship with the teachers on a first name bases too
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:35:49 PM)
My husband has finally learned until someone new comes'
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:36:04 PM)
jennyskids...I like that...I do the same with out Principal and Vp too...
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 10:36:06 PM)
She became concerned about getting in trouble that is why she pulled back her primary concern. And she would have been intruble with the district for wasting too much money on one child
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:36:13 PM)
me too
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:36:47 PM)
I was PTO president last year and was invited to all the teacher functions.. I really liked it
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:37:04 PM)
Our school only has about 370 kids...so, it's really a first named basis...
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:37:27 PM)
but to be honest so many other things bothered me I pulled my two out and started home schooling this year and love it
jennyskids (ID=22) (Nov 14, 2000 10:37:37 PM)
I wish I could with my niece too
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:37:47 PM)
jennyskids....I went for PTA VP this year...missed it...but, our Princ. asked me to be on the SAC ....
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:38:26 PM)
there I go, with all of those initials again!! *LOL*
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:38:53 PM)
ooops...jenny got the boot again...#101!!
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 10:38:54 PM)
Bye JennyskidGoodnight
jjdad (ID=13) (Nov 14, 2000 10:39:24 PM)
Thanks to everyone for all of the good info. I look forward to next week. Goodnight
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 10:39:41 PM)
OOPs Sorry
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:39:49 PM)
night jjdad...see you next week!
bob (ID=23) (Nov 14, 2000 10:39:54 PM)
we had my son tested by an audiologist but he said he
bob (ID=23) (Nov 14, 2000 10:40:35 PM)
couldnt be sure. is there definitive tests for capd?
jennyskids (ID=24) (Nov 14, 2000 10:40:45 PM)
(This user has entered CAPD: From the Heart) (IP = 63.215.220.62 )
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:41:13 PM)
bob....your very first stop, is an audiologist who is knowledgable about CAPD
jennyskids (ID=24) (Nov 14, 2000 10:41:18 PM)
Hi I am back I got booted again
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 10:41:25 PM)
Why isn't a speech pathologist testing. All that the audiologist can test for is primarily hearing.
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:41:32 PM)
#101 jennyskids!!!
bob (ID=23) (Nov 14, 2000 10:42:01 PM)
his teacher thought he might have a problem hearing
jennyskids (ID=24) (Nov 14, 2000 10:42:10 PM)
did you get my post about homeschooling?
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:42:28 PM)
A SLP can't/doesn't have the needed booth, tests to do the CAPD testing.
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 10:42:40 PM)
Yes and I envy you for your patience
jennyskids (ID=24) (Nov 14, 2000 10:42:49 PM)
We have done both
jennyskids (ID=24) (Nov 14, 2000 10:43:03 PM)
ok I didn't know if it went through
jennyskids (ID=24) (Nov 14, 2000 10:43:43 PM)
I wish I could Home school my niece but I do not have total custody so I am still fighting the school district
Peggy (ID=8) (Nov 14, 2000 10:43:46 PM)
Bob, Usually larger Children's hospitals will do testing for CAPD
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 10:43:51 PM)
I understand that but if Bob isn't diving into the whole CAPD diagnosis right away I believe that a speech path would be of more benefit that an audiologist
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:44:22 PM)
jennyskids...I couldn't do it...I do schoolwork with the boys every day in the summer...about 1-1 1/2 hrs. a day...but I couldn't do the every day school thang...good for you!
Peggy (ID=8) (Nov 14, 2000 10:44:36 PM)
They also have the Language/speech testers.
bob (ID=23) (Nov 14, 2000 10:45:12 PM)
we are having him tested at a human development center as well--but wont have answers from that until january
jennyskids (ID=24) (Nov 14, 2000 10:45:21 PM)
See I tutored everyday at the school all day and I realized that I was teaching everyone elses kids then did 2 hours of home work every night
bob (ID=23) (Nov 14, 2000 10:45:43 PM)
the hearing test was seperate--the audiologist mentioned
bob (ID=23) (Nov 14, 2000 10:45:47 PM)
capd
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 10:46:02 PM)
From my understanding of the whole complex CAPD diagnosis in MY early stages I had to find all of my info on my own because at that time things still weren't in to to much understanding of the problem
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:46:15 PM)
jennyskids...smart move on your part!
jennyskids (ID=24) (Nov 14, 2000 10:46:45 PM)
I love it. I wouldn't change back for anything
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 10:47:12 PM)
Jennykids move to AZ and help me with my daughter!
jennyskids (ID=24) (Nov 14, 2000 10:47:21 PM)
Everyday is not a bowl of cherries but we love it
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:47:28 PM)
That's wonderful jennyskids...not everyone could do that.
bob (ID=23) (Nov 14, 2000 10:47:29 PM)
where is everyone from?
jennyskids (ID=24) (Nov 14, 2000 10:47:37 PM)
My hubby would love to move to Arizona
jennyskids (ID=24) (Nov 14, 2000 10:47:39 PM)
FL
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:47:42 PM)
Ocala, Fl.
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 10:47:45 PM)
az
bob (ID=23) (Nov 14, 2000 10:48:25 PM)
i'll bet your all nice and warm! its getting cold up here
bob (ID=23) (Nov 14, 2000 10:48:41 PM)
a little snow today
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 10:48:45 PM)
It has been quite chilly down here lately
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:48:46 PM)
And Debbie, our 'usual' Tues. night chat hostess, is from Jacksonville, FL
jennyskids (ID=24) (Nov 14, 2000 10:48:47 PM)
See I have not met anyone who has a child with CAPD who home schools I wish I knew someone because I would really pick there brain
jennyskids (ID=24) (Nov 14, 2000 10:49:25 PM)
It is cooling off here a little but I LOVE it
jennyskids (ID=24) (Nov 14, 2000 10:49:36 PM)
71 for a high tom
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:49:39 PM)
jennyskids...have you tried the Be-a-friend program?
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 10:49:47 PM)
Jennyskids just remember the trick to CAPD in the learning worl is constant repetition until the information has been absorbed in the memory bank of the brain
jennyskids (ID=24) (Nov 14, 2000 10:49:53 PM)
no i haven't what is that?
jennyskids (ID=24) (Nov 14, 2000 10:50:22 PM)
Yes I do that with her now on a regular bases
jennyskids (ID=24) (Nov 14, 2000 10:50:45 PM)
I have too
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 10:51:05 PM)
That tidbit is what makes me keep going with the school district until I get what I need to help my child learn
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:51:10 PM)
click on to www.NCAPD.org There, you will find info on the program...just fill out the form, and send it....it's just getting started.
jennyskids (ID=24) (Nov 14, 2000 10:51:28 PM)
She is falling through the cracks at the school evn though I am trying to fill the wholes as soon as possible
jennyskids (ID=24) (Nov 14, 2000 10:51:51 PM)
ok cool
jennyskids (ID=24) (Nov 14, 2000 10:51:57 PM)
I will
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 10:51:59 PM)
That is going to happen unfortunately but your doing everything right it sounds like
jennyskids (ID=24) (Nov 14, 2000 10:52:22 PM)
what is the program about?
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:52:25 PM)
jennyskids....just keep on trying to fill in those holes....it's a lot of work, but they need to do what is right...
jennyskids (ID=24) (Nov 14, 2000 10:52:54 PM)
I do I call them weekly
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 10:53:18 PM)
Bob did we lose you? I hope I haven't been to blunt with you and I didn't mean to care you off
jennyskids (ID=24) (Nov 14, 2000 10:53:33 PM)
They will help her or I am going to yell louder and louder
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 10:53:41 PM)
I mean scare you off
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:53:43 PM)
It's about others with CAPD kids/adults...who want to either BE a friend, or GET a friend...in your area...to talk about, or help out, in any areas where you may be having problems.
bob (ID=23) (Nov 14, 2000 10:54:00 PM)
no im just listening--
jennyskids (ID=24) (Nov 14, 2000 10:54:15 PM)
ok cool I will check it out
jennyskids (ID=24) (Nov 14, 2000 10:54:35 PM)
cool seems to be my word tonight .... sorry
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:55:05 PM)
Like I said, it's just getting started, and I'm not sure how many people have signed up yet....Debbie would be able to tall you though, and tell you if there is anyone in your area.
bob (ID=23) (Nov 14, 2000 10:55:14 PM)
hoping to find some answers to help my son--and just getting started
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 10:55:27 PM)
I think I had better sign up for that program. I want and feel the need to get the word out about parents paying for thier childs education when the districts are really responsible in a round-about away. The districts spend too much money too foolishly
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:55:33 PM)
Hey, no problem jennyskids...it's 'cool'! *L*
jennyskids (ID=24) (Nov 14, 2000 10:56:31 PM)
Well look guys I am in need of sleep and my little one just got out of bed again
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:56:42 PM)
drewk...absolutely, sign up for it! And yes, the districts do spend too much money foolishly!
jennyskids (ID=24) (Nov 14, 2000 10:56:51 PM)
So I need to go
jennyskids (ID=24) (Nov 14, 2000 10:56:58 PM)
and I agree drewk
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:57:14 PM)
Jennyskids...e-mail me...and get some sleep...
jennyskids (ID=24) (Nov 14, 2000 10:57:26 PM)
They are not thrifty at all
jennyskids (ID=24) (Nov 14, 2000 10:57:32 PM)
I will DS
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:57:37 PM)
Nope, not at all!
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 10:57:39 PM)
Goodnight jennyskids-nice talking to you and keep us updated
jennyskids (ID=24) (Nov 14, 2000 10:57:52 PM)
Goodnight all I will
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:57:57 PM)
OK...nighty night!
bob (ID=23) (Nov 14, 2000 10:57:58 PM)
hey drewk my pediatrician basically said the schools drag there feet because its costs too much to do the testing fortunately some of this testing is covered by insurance
jennyskids (ID=24) (Nov 14, 2000 10:58:09 PM)
DS my email address is wsumey@yahoo.com
bob (ID=23) (Nov 14, 2000 10:58:18 PM)
goodnight j
jennyskids (ID=24) (Nov 14, 2000 10:58:44 PM)
Good luck bob
jennyskids (ID=24) (Nov 14, 2000 10:58:55 PM)
see you guys next week
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 10:58:59 PM)
I think I'm going to sign off as well...thanks jennyskids...just wrote it down!
bob (ID=23) (Nov 14, 2000 10:59:07 PM)
thanks i love my boy and only want whats best
jennyskids (ID=24) (Nov 14, 2000 10:59:23 PM)
I understand completely
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 10:59:27 PM)
But that is not that point! Your luck that your insurance will pay but always remember that this is pre-existing now and if you ever change insurance this will be highlighted and may not be convered for a period of time
jennyskids (ID=24) (Nov 14, 2000 10:59:44 PM)
goodnight
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 11:00:00 PM)
Do you see what I mean about everything that is between the lines?
DS (ID=20) (Nov 14, 2000 11:00:23 PM)
Goodnight all...hope to see you all back next week!
bob (ID=23) (Nov 14, 2000 11:00:44 PM)
im just hoping that we will be able to help
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 11:02:00 PM)
Bob- it kills me when I go to a sports function and see that the team has new uniforms-again etc. I think that money could have gone to something a little more useful like to my childs education rather thatn looking pretty running up and down a football field or a basketball court
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 11:03:08 PM)
Am I being somewhat anal tonight? If so tell me now so i can put myself out of my misery! HAHA
bob (ID=23) (Nov 14, 2000 11:03:32 PM)
thanks for your input drewk---i agree--the schools in my area have money for building etc. lets hope that they will help my child when we ask
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 11:03:53 PM)
Peggy are you still there?
Peggy (ID=8) (Nov 14, 2000 11:04:05 PM)
HI, I am here.
bob (ID=23) (Nov 14, 2000 11:04:13 PM)
naw sounds like you've been there--done that kind of thing
Peggy (ID=8) (Nov 14, 2000 11:04:26 PM)
I'm at work and a little busy, so I am afaid I wasn't into tonight's chat.
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 11:04:46 PM)
Where do you work?
bob (ID=23) (Nov 14, 2000 11:04:49 PM)
well adios--thanks for your help
Peggy (ID=8) (Nov 14, 2000 11:04:56 PM)
I have been following a little. TV Guide in Radnor, PA.
Peggy (ID=8) (Nov 14, 2000 11:05:10 PM)
Bye Bob. Take care and hope to see you here again.
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 11:05:27 PM)
Sounds busy but your still the dedicated mom!
Peggy (ID=8) (Nov 14, 2000 11:05:28 PM)
How are you Drewk?
Peggy (ID=8) (Nov 14, 2000 11:05:54 PM)
I try to be... It isn't easy... Debbie has a great site here .
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 11:05:59 PM)
I am fine just frustrated which seems to be nothing new when I get strted on the school issues
Peggy (ID=8) (Nov 14, 2000 11:06:49 PM)
It isn't easy dealing with schools. I have a teacher conference on Monday. I hope to bring up possibly using an FM device for my son in class.
Peggy (ID=8) (Nov 14, 2000 11:06:53 PM)
We shall see...
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 11:07:18 PM)
Yes she does and I am glad that I found it. i just hope that I can get my word out about the parent doesn't have to be walked on by the districts and their politics.
Peggy (ID=8) (Nov 14, 2000 11:07:50 PM)
We have to really fight for our kids!!!
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 11:08:48 PM)
I can guarantee that you won't have any problems getting the FM device for your son. That is minimal and they will be happy to get one or to recommend using one for the child but a word of the wise-MAKE SURE THEY USE IT BECAUSE SAYING AND DOING ARE 2 DIFFERENT THINGS
Peggy (ID=8) (Nov 14, 2000 11:09:40 PM)
I will. Thanks for the info... Has FM helped your child ?
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 11:09:41 PM)
i HAVE NEVER HEARD MORE EXCUSES COME OUT OF ANY OTHER MOUTH THAN THAT OF A TEACHERS OR PRINCIPALS
Peggy (ID=8) (Nov 14, 2000 11:10:45 PM)
I am doing a lot of volunteering at school so I can get to know the teachers, kids and parents. It helps me!
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 11:11:04 PM)
It did at first and that is still indicated in her IEP but it isn't being used to her benefit. They say that she soesn't want to cooperate with it--She says they never want to use it on her. Sometimes those things can make a High pitched noise that bothers the rest of the class
Peggy (ID=8) (Nov 14, 2000 11:11:09 PM)
Talking with other parents is the best.
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 11:11:19 PM)
True!
Peggy (ID=8) (Nov 14, 2000 11:12:00 PM)
I don't know how my son will feel about it yet. WE'll see.
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 11:12:50 PM)
Well I had better sign off for the night! I have horses out in the pasture that I have to get in to their stalls before bed time. Do you have anyother questions or concerns or comments before I sign Off?
Peggy (ID=8) (Nov 14, 2000 11:13:28 PM)
Well, I better be going... Thank you for the information!!! I am going to try to look back at some things I may have missed in tonights chat. Take care! See you again I hope :)
Peggy (ID=8) (Nov 14, 2000 11:13:31 PM)
bye.
drewk (ID=15) (Nov 14, 2000 11:13:40 PM)
Its been great talking tonight! Bye
Peggy (ID=8) (Nov 14, 2000 11:13:56 PM)
Same here. bye
