Hello All,
Just wanted to tell you all how fasinating it is to read the lively commentary that has been posted here. While I admit, it is information overload to an extreme novice like me in this issue, it is vastly more helpful than you can know. You have helped educate me far more quickly than the many books I would go check out at the library and try to skim through as quickly as I can to pull the meat out. While I will read, and apparently ALOT, you have helped me jump lightyears ahead just by being open and honest here with each other. I cannot thank you all enough. I will say it again, this website has been a God Send to me, what a Blessing you are! Also, for my friend in NC, could you tell me more about the special programs you mentioned. Would they be given from a private OT or SI specialist? Also, I have read that the schools in NC are far superior to those down here in SC. I especially am interested in those who have put School’s Attune in place. Are you able to tell me any specific names or locations where they are? I am seriously considering leaving SC because I am fed up with the politicians lies and the lack of real work being done for the children. I wrote the State Board about School’s Attune and they said they were trying to get Dr. Levine to come and speak with them, but with his schedule it might be next summer 2003 before he was free. What an excuse not to look at the program closer. I know everyone feels moved, emotional, and we should because this is our children we are talking about right? What better reason to get worked up and express your thoughts. I thank each of you from the bottom of my heart for taking the time to speak your mind and I pray you will continue to take that time. I must admit, I will be needing you. I better go and spend some time with the kiddos now, but I had to take a moment and let you all know how important this has been for me.
Sincerely,
Deb