pantsonfire
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Post by pantsonfire on Aug 1, 2024 20:46:03 GMT
Tomorrow ds takes his senior photos. He won't receive a diploma when he walks and graduates. He won't run off to college or start a career. He won't move out or take off on trips with friends.
But he will attend his last year of high school as a strong, healthy, more independent young man who wasn't even supposed to see age 10.
For a young man who has faced a crap load of challenges, and is still facing some new medical ones (I have decided to no longer post about that stuff but it is scary), he has overcome every single one with his strong will and relentless spirit.
He faces each new day with a smile and positive attitude and is happy to be alive.
I still can't believe my baby boy is a senior.
I am glad he likes to prove medical doctors wrong. It brings me so much joy 😊❤️
After he graduates he will be in the adult services class, or as he calls it "college like sister!"
So here is to all our pea SDC seniors. May our kids continue to thrive and blossom as themselves.
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Post by librarylady on Aug 1, 2024 21:36:42 GMT
Tell your son that your internet friends are proud of him and send good wishes for his future.
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Post by olbrwneyedgirl on Aug 1, 2024 21:40:17 GMT
No less of an achievement. Congrats to your son!
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ellen
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Post by ellen on Aug 1, 2024 22:09:30 GMT
His achievements are more meaningful than finishing high school. How proud you must feel. I hope this is an especially good year for both of you.
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valincal
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Post by valincal on Aug 1, 2024 22:11:17 GMT
He sounds like a great kid and you’re a great momma! ❤️
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Post by Texas Scrap on Aug 1, 2024 22:33:57 GMT
Thank you for sharing and what a story of resilience and courage. I hope he has an amazing senior year and celebrates all along the way.
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pilcas
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Post by pilcas on Aug 1, 2024 22:36:12 GMT
Congratulations to your son and to you as well!
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Post by Basket1lady on Aug 1, 2024 22:37:23 GMT
What an achievement for him to get to this point. Be proud, mama! You’ve both earned it!
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Post by quinlove on Aug 1, 2024 22:46:20 GMT
Thank you for sharing. The way you wrote his story, brought tears to my eyes.  |
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Post by mom on Aug 1, 2024 22:58:49 GMT
You should totally be proud of your son! We are proud of him as well!
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Post by quietgirl on Aug 2, 2024 2:03:23 GMT
Best wishes for an awesome senior year for your ds.
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Post by FuzzyMutt on Aug 2, 2024 2:27:47 GMT
Congratulations to you both! You both deserve to celebrate!
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anaterra
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Post by anaterra on Aug 2, 2024 2:37:54 GMT
Why wont he get a diploma???
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scrappinwithoutpeas
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Post by scrappinwithoutpeas on Aug 2, 2024 3:21:58 GMT
Your post brought tears to my eyes. Big congratulations to your DS and your whole family as he moves onward!  |
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snyder
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Post by snyder on Aug 2, 2024 3:51:01 GMT
Congratulations to your son and your family for all the support your provide him to accomplish all his fabulous milestones. May this year be the most awesome ever.
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hutchfan
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Post by hutchfan on Aug 2, 2024 3:52:47 GMT
Congratulations to your son!
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Post by brynn on Aug 2, 2024 4:26:54 GMT
Congratulations to your son!! May he have a wonderful senior year!!
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Post by karenlou on Aug 2, 2024 10:10:36 GMT
Congratulations to your DS, and to you Mama for paving his way!!!!!
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Post by KelleeM on Aug 2, 2024 10:14:55 GMT
Congratulations!! It’s not easy when our kids don’t follow the typical paths. You’ve done well!!
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Post by needmysanity on Aug 2, 2024 13:24:52 GMT
That's a very big thing to celebrate! I know as a mom of a special needs kiddo it's hard to not compare our kids to others. My youngest spent his whole school years in special ed and there were times when I hated being a special needs mom. Other times it was the greatest joy. I'm so proud of what he has accomplished and I'm sure you are the same with your son.
Give him a big High 5 for me!
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pantsonfire
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Post by pantsonfire on Aug 2, 2024 13:43:10 GMT
Why wont he get a diploma??? Only those who do A-G classes (gen ed and RSP support SDC) get a diploma. It shows mastery of required graduation classes. So 2 years math, 4 years history, 3 years science (1 lab science), 1 year language or arts, etc etc etc. And you need at least a 2.0 GPA Moderate, severe, and profound SDC classes are not GPA grade based and while he is a high school student he is not earning credits. When he is done at 22 from the adult program he will receive a completion certificate. |
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Post by airforcemomof1 on Aug 2, 2024 13:47:40 GMT
What a loving, determined Mom and advocate! You both rock!!
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Post by jeremysgirl on Aug 2, 2024 13:54:09 GMT
I'm so glad he is getting to experience similar milestones, walking at graduation, and having his senior pictures taken. And how absolutely cute is it that he is planning for "college". ❤️
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anaterra
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Post by anaterra on Aug 2, 2024 14:00:43 GMT
pantsonfire i didn't know that... congrats on his senior year!! Its a huge milestone for him
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Post by Linda on Aug 2, 2024 14:26:53 GMT
congratulations to your son (and you) - It's a huge milestone and I hope it's a fabulous year for him
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Post by questioning on Aug 2, 2024 23:49:30 GMT
Congratulations on the accomplishment! I was reading and had to log in just to comment. This is such good news pantsonfire, you deserve congratulations too! |
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Post by pudgygroundhog on Aug 3, 2024 2:17:30 GMT
You must be so proud of his resilience and positive attitude - congratulations to him for thriving. I hope the senior photos sessions is fun for him!
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