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Post by missfrenchjessica on May 4, 2016 0:31:23 GMT
So, today we had a meeting to see whether my one son might qualify for testing to see if he needs an IEP. I knew going in it wasn't going to happen. His grades are too good...however, he does have an anxiety piece going on.
We heard some really positive things today: he's well liked, he's a good role-model for others, and he is persistent--Perseverance was something that was checked as a skill or a "plus". It was the thing that came up in every single teacher report. Yay, right?
Ya. Well he persists alright. Persists at NOT sitting down to finish his homework. He's been home since 4. I had an appointment with his twin at 4:30 and was home before 6. For 2.5 hours he's been doing everything in his power to not do his English homework--create a limerick, and Math--some geometry.
I'm about to lose my mind. He's the most frustrating child sometimes.
I think I need some wine!
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Post by christine58 on May 4, 2016 0:36:14 GMT
So, today we had a meeting to see whether my one son might qualify for testing to see if he needs an IEP. I knew going in it wasn't going to happen. His grades are too good...however, he does have an anxiety piece going on. We heard some really positive things today: he's well liked, he's a good role-model for others, and he is persistent--Perseverance was something that was checked as a skill or a "plus". It was the thing that came up in every single teacher report. Yay, right? Ya. Well he persists alright. Persists at NOT sitting down to finish his homework. He's been home since 4. I had an appointment with his twin at 4:30 and was home before 6. For 2.5 hours he's been doing everything in his power to not do his English homework--create a limerick, and Math--some geometry. I'm about to lose my mind. He's the most frustrating child sometimes. I think I need some wine! How old is he?? Walk away..let him deal with the consequence of homework not being done. Any thoughts on helping him with the anxiety? |
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Post by ntsf on May 4, 2016 0:45:42 GMT
grades do not exclude testing for iep.. if you ask for the testing in writing, they must reply in writing why or why not testing. if his condition causes him not to be able to fully access a free and appropriate education, he should be tested. maybe something else is going on..without testing you don't know. you can make great grades and have an iep. you can be gifted and have an iep.. the two aren't exclusive. if you want to read up on it. try www.wrightslaw.com |
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Post by missfrenchjessica on May 4, 2016 1:12:06 GMT
christine58 He's 12--6th grade. I know I need to let him do his own work and be responsible. And he normally is. Today, he's gotten it into his head that it's been "a bad day" and he will do nothing to improve it. Honestly, I just wanted to see that he'd started the stupid work. I did, at one point, just tell him I was done with the crazy and he started to work. He's just quite frustrating sometimes. ntsf He's actually getting As and Bs with a few Cs mixed in. They have his standardized test scores and he is not failing them. I was told they would keep an eye on him and see how first quarter of 7th grade goes and readdress if needed. We'll see. If he weren't my son, but a student in my classroom, he's definitely not one I'd have red flagged for an IEP or any other interventions. I'll read up at the link you provided though. It's always good to have info to back up my request if needed.
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Post by Deleted on May 4, 2016 2:01:57 GMT
I'm in the middle of trying to get my son tested also. I turned in the formal request after spring break but haven't heard anything back yet. My sons grades aren't as good as your sons but they still don't want to test him. My son is barely passing and struggling with reading but not enough for anyone at the school to be concerned about it. He's a quiet kid who doesn't cause trouble and slides by with C- or D+ grades.
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Post by kate on May 4, 2016 2:13:21 GMT
A kid doing grade-level (or better) school work can still get an IEP. A very bright kid might still need accommodations for ADHD or dyslexia, for example.
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