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Mainstreaming Preschoolers
Started this discussion. Last reply by Sabrina Ricks Mar 28. 19 Replies 0 Favorites
I have been wondering why Nashua does not have an integrated preschool or work with private preschools such as Goddard so that our disabled children can have a more typical educational experience in…Continue
Legislation intorduced to let parents recover fees for providers to testify at due process
Started Mar 19, 2011 0 Replies 0 Favorites
Right now, all other fees and costs can be recovered if you win, but not expert witness fees.…Continue
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Tracy Saunders replied to Ajitha Nadesan's discussion IEP for school"Glad I could help. If you have any specific questions feel free to email me at mcgeenewz@yahoo.com Tracy"
Tracy Saunders replied to Ajitha Nadesan's discussion IEP for school"Hi Ajitha, I would say that the first step, if you have not already done so, is get a complete neuropsych exam from a reputable Ph.d. that specializes in preschool spectrum children. There are several good ones. The most seem to be in…"
Kym Scott replied to Tracy Saunders's discussion Mainstreaming Preschoolers"My son is 9 and PD-NOS but I see I'm not the only one contemplating leaving the state..."
Tracy Saunders replied to Tracy Saunders's discussion Mainstreaming Preschoolers"Hi Gayle, I have talked to the school and asked for the qualifications of the people working with my son. Qualification and training are very important when it comes to caring for children on the spectrum. It is true that the right…"
Tracy Saunders replied to Tracy Saunders's discussion Mainstreaming Preschoolers"Hi Gayle, It sounds like you are getting some services as far as Nashua goes, but it also sounds like your son should be in a regular preschool class, not one in which half of the kids are disabled and for one day a week all of the kids are…"
Tracy Saunders replied to Tracy Saunders's discussion Mainstreaming Preschoolers"Hi - I am wondering the same thing about Kate. I bet the school gave me her "teacher" credintials rather than her BCBA credentials. As far as quality, I do agree with you. The staff is great. In Mass, where our son…"
Gayle Provost replied to Tracy Saunders's discussion Mainstreaming Preschoolers"Tracy,
I'm sorry to hear about what happened to your son. That is our worst fear. I can see where you are coming from. I know that my son is safe in the NEEP and I hope you can feel that same comfort too. My response…"
Melanie Butler replied to Tracy Saunders's discussion Mainstreaming Preschoolers"Wow, I wish i had known about that program last year. It sounds like it would have been a great placement for my son. It is so frustrating. I work in the field and have lots of people I can find out information from and still don't know all…"
Tracy Saunders replied to Tracy Saunders's discussion Mainstreaming Preschoolers"Hi Paula, I didn't mean to offend you or anyone. My son has many negative behaviors, including screaming and needs a 1:1 aide. My son has worse behaviors too. He also talks back a little, throws tantrums and gets an…"
Gayle Provost replied to Tracy Saunders's discussion Mainstreaming Preschoolers"Tracy,
I was trying to help by sharing what we have been able to access through the Nashua school system, but I feel that I need to comment on a few things that you said above.
First, you stated that it sounded like my son should be in a…"
MaryAnn Ciccolo replied to Tracy Saunders's discussion Mainstreaming Preschoolers"We are actually thinking of selling for much less than we bought. We bought when the market was high, just to get out of this town and go to Massachusetts where I grew up. We would need to rent instead of buy again, but i think it is worth it for…"
Heather Tyler replied to Tracy Saunders's discussion Mainstreaming Preschoolers"We went to observe Learning Together at New Searles Elementary. The class is designed for 18 students, 9 typical and 9 non typical. There is a SpEd teacher, a 'regular' teacher, and 3 paras. It is a full day…"
Paula Y. Castro replied to Tracy Saunders's discussion Mainstreaming Preschoolers"Hi Tracy,
I am concerned that the word "disabled" is showing a lot in your posts and it sounds all so negative. Our children with their challenges and all are a blessing to us. While I did move away, my son is still in a restricted…"
Paula Y. Castro replied to Tracy Saunders's discussion Mainstreaming Preschoolers"Hi Tracy, all I can say is that luckily enough I learned about Nashua's horrendous pre-k policies while my son was still in early intervention. We moved out of Nashua, in fact out of NH as if we were running for our lives! Even though I only…"
Tracy Saunders's discussion was featuredMainstreaming Preschoolers
I have been wondering why Nashua does not have an integrated preschool or work with private preschools such as Goddard so that our disabled children can have a more typical educational experience in the least restrictive environment? As far as I can tell, there is only one option for preschoolers with disabilities in Nashua and that is a fully self-contained classroom with some "reverse integration" time. Research shows that being in an integrated preschool prepares children for later public…See More
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Michelle Abbott left a comment for Abbott Family"I just responded to your discussion. Partners in Pediatrics has been a blessing for me.…"
Michelle Abbott replied to Patricia Worsley, MS's discussion Good Pediatrician/PCP"Partners in Pediatrics in Nashua has always been great with my kids. Dr. Glidden and Dr.…"
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