Post by misty on Jan 6, 2007 23:07:41 GMT -5
Thread Started on Nov 1, 2005, 11:09pm
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I think my daughter may have a learning disability. What signs should I look for?"
Learn what to look for at different stages of a child’s development. Trust your instincts; no one knows your child better than you!
If you suspect a problem, review records about your child and speak to her teacher.
Keep a contact log of discussions you have with education or healthcare professionals regarding your child’s school performance.
Educate yourself. The more you know about how children learn, the more you can help your child. Start by reading the resources listed below.
Meet with your child’s teacher to discuss your child’s academic, social, and behavior skills. Find out how your child compares to others in the class, what the teacher is doing for your child, and what you can do at home to help.
If problems continue, ask your child’s teacher or school administrator to arrange a “pre-referral” (support team) meeting. This process brings together school staff to meet with you to review your child’s performance and make plans for next steps, including accommodations and modifications for your child, if needed.
If, despite these interventions, your child is still floundering or failing in the general education program, either you or the school may request an assessment for your child. Test results will help determine whether she requires special education services.
www.schwablearning.org/worried.asp?w=3
I think my daughter may have a learning disability. What signs should I look for?"
Learn what to look for at different stages of a child’s development. Trust your instincts; no one knows your child better than you!
If you suspect a problem, review records about your child and speak to her teacher.
Keep a contact log of discussions you have with education or healthcare professionals regarding your child’s school performance.
Educate yourself. The more you know about how children learn, the more you can help your child. Start by reading the resources listed below.
Meet with your child’s teacher to discuss your child’s academic, social, and behavior skills. Find out how your child compares to others in the class, what the teacher is doing for your child, and what you can do at home to help.
If problems continue, ask your child’s teacher or school administrator to arrange a “pre-referral” (support team) meeting. This process brings together school staff to meet with you to review your child’s performance and make plans for next steps, including accommodations and modifications for your child, if needed.
If, despite these interventions, your child is still floundering or failing in the general education program, either you or the school may request an assessment for your child. Test results will help determine whether she requires special education services.
