What can I do to get my son an education at school?

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Margaret1979 asks:

Hi my name is Margaret Mensi. I was wondering if you could help me with schooling my son. He's 14, autistic, and in the 8th grade. His name is Micheal and he's having alot of problems in school. The school he attends thinks home schooling him would be better for him. Thank you for taking the time to read this.

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Louiseasl

Jan 22, 2012

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What the Expert Says:

Hello Margaret and thank you for writing.

Please consider talking with experts/ parents in your locale that work and help children with autism. To help you find resources I have added links here on this answer. Also, note that there are laws and due process regarding the free and appropriate education of children who have been identified as having special needs with public education settings.

To read about the laws for special education go to WRIGHTS LAW here
http://www.WrightsLaw.com

To read about how special education process in school you can find information under the parents tab here: NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGY at http://www.nasponline.org

These are excellent parent resources within the autism community

AUTISM SPEAKS http://www.Autismspeaks.org

KYLES TREEHOUSE http://www.kylestreehouse.org

THE SPIRIT OF AUTISM http://www.SpiritofAutism.org

AUTISIM NEWS: http://www.theAutismNews.com

AUTISM COMMUNITY MAGAZINE http://www.autismcommunitymagazine.com/

SPECIAL NEEDS HOMESCHOOL http://www.specialneedshomeschool.com/

Best wishes,

Louise Sattler, Psychologist
Owner of SIGNING FAMILIES™

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LynnKudlacz , Teacher, Student, Parent writes:

With my girls on the spectrum, I loved home schooling when I had the ability. (Unfortunately after my divorce, it became impossible.)
Does your school have a program designed for kids on the spectrum? Would they be willing to place him with a paraprofessional to allow him the one on one service that they feel he needs?

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