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Post by katiekat on Jan 16, 2008 16:49:55 GMT -5
Sean's principal just called me and told me that the OT was in Sean's classroom observing today and she has some concerns about Sean particularly his writing. She was calling to ask my permission for the OT to evaluate him. DUH! It should take place in the next couple weeks. Hooray!!!
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Post by bugsmom on Jan 16, 2008 17:12:40 GMT -5
AWSOME! Sounds like things are moving in the right direction.
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Post by charliegirl on Jan 16, 2008 17:41:06 GMT -5
Thats wonderful! Yea!!!
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Post by katiekat on Jan 16, 2008 18:12:23 GMT -5
Im all excited about this but I dont even know-what will the OT be evaluating and what is she looking for/at?
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Post by charliegirl on Jan 16, 2008 18:18:17 GMT -5
An occupational therapy evaluation assess through standardized tests and clinical evaluations the following: Visual Perception Visual tracking Hand skills inclusive of but not limited to dexterity and manipulation Handwriting Bimanual functions: such as cutting, catching a ball, etc. Strength and range of motion Balance Body Image Task Skills Self-cares Sensory motor developmental abilities Explanation of standardized tests www.childrens-services.com/view_268536.html |
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Post by katiekat on Jan 16, 2008 20:13:32 GMT -5
Thanks so much CG!!!  |
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Post by katiekat on Jan 17, 2008 7:46:53 GMT -5
So of after this evaluation the OT discovers that Sean has an issue and he needs services would he get an IEP?
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Post by charliegirl on Jan 17, 2008 12:08:47 GMT -5
It has to be proven to have a negative affect on his education. In Sean's case, I don't think there will be any doubt that he will need one but you never know what they will decide. The fact that they are initiating it is reason for hope that he will need an IEP.
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Post by lillian on Jan 18, 2008 11:35:49 GMT -5
This is excellent news! Have you told them about his working Asperger's dx? Many kids with Asperger's are served in OT for visual/spatial integration issues and motor difficulties. It sounds like they are taking notice or listening, if you have told them about the dx. This is a first step, and it's a very important step, for them. Excellent, excellent news.
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Post by katiekat on Jan 18, 2008 13:34:21 GMT -5
Yes, I did tell them at the I&RS meeting which was on Monday. Also at the meeting his teacher made it very very clear that Sean needs help that she is not able to give him. Finally we may be getting somewhere.
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