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What can I do to help my child in special education?
I have a 15yr old daughter that is in 8th grade is special ed with many learning diffculties along with many medical issues too. She has struggled in school I have been to iep meetings, have called many meetings at school to change her programs she needs a 1 on 1 or a smaller school she is 15 and can't even count money the dr said she is a child that the school let fell between the cracks on her education , now i am having problems getting her to school because she is so frusterated with school she has violent out bursts when i talk about school. I can't get any help counceling is not an option there is a 6month waiting list. all they do is report me to child protective services what can i do is there any help out there? i need help soon before the remove her out of my care.
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Special education
> 60 days ago
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It sounds like you are experiencing a difficult situation with your daughter. I am going to suggest that you call the Boys Town National Hotline (1-800-448-3000) where one of the counselors can assess your situation more specifically and provide you with referrals in your area to assist you and your daughter.
> 60 days ago
Don€™t give up hope; there is help out there for your daughter and you. Not knowing which state you are from I cannot give you specific phone numbers to call, however, I would suggest first finding out the names of your School Board. This is a matter of public record and by calling your schools district office they should have all the names of the School Board and their contact information. I suggest you speak to one or more of them first, before putting anything in writing. I can hear your angst and that€™s what we want the powers to be to hear. Tell them your story and see what help they can get you through your Daughters school. If they do not give you a satisfactory answer to your issue and proceed to get you help then you tell them that you are filing a civil complaint with your State Board of Education. Trust me that will get their attention. If you are having trouble getting this information please feel free to call Kid Angels toll free number and I will get the information for you. 1-877-583-3254
> 60 days ago
My son has violent outburst too. It's like walking on egg shells sometimes. Some days are better than others. I have I have delt with counceling and with protective services too. Kids with mental illness are often referred to as betweeners because they don't look disabled but they are. people treat them differently because they cannot physically see anything wrong with them. They fall in between the cracks and don't get the help they need. I am looking for help for my son too. Have you talked with your daughter about her feelings or about other educational options? Do you have any help from your family? Just make sure she knows that you love her and you will do everything in your power to protect her and care for her. Keep trying it's worth it.
> 60 days ago
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