Today my son started at a private LD school that specializes in language based learning disabilities. (BTW,they do use the word dyslexia when talking with the kids…)
DS hopped into the car after school and said ” I love my school - finally some teachers that know something about dyslexia!”
I will certainly let you all know as the year progresses, but he was so much more talkative about what happened in his day it was amazing.
Karen
Re: First day at private LD school - big success!
Karen,
I am glad all looks good, especially since this decision required major changes in all of your lives. I think it is hard to underestimate the effect that being “normal” will have on him.
Beth
Karen
That is awesome news!!!!!
A relaxed happy child, what a concept? It is amazing that the government schools (my friends nickname for public institutions) don’t see this as an important goal to improve learning.
Who me, bitter? LOL
Re: First day at private LD school - big success!
Great, Karen! Please do let us know how the year goes!
Janis (who really believes that least restrictive environment means a place where the child is taught with the methods he needs by trained teachers who accept and understand him, and yes, that can mean a private LD school. Inclusion is not least restrictive or most appropriate for very many kids, IMO)
That is so good to hear! I’m glad he’s off to a great start!