Today we had Big Brother's annual IEP review. I was a little nervous because I found out his old school, knowing he was transferring, pulled everything out of his existing IEP and filed it with the district. And they wondered why we didn't want to be there anymore.
Given our previous experiences with these meetings, I was afraid we would have to fight tooth and nail to get even the most basic accommodations and goals put back in to the document. So, I came armed with all the reports -- and believe me we have lots of them -- as well as a four page parent agenda going over every detail of the IEP.
Silly me. There was no need. Unlike previous meetings, the professionals at his new school were just that. Professional. They came prepared, presented well-thought out material, listened and took suggestions without getting defensive. For the first time ever -- we had a true, collaborative meeting.
I have to say, I'm floored. I think I might actually be in shock. The experience was so very positive. And that's a new one for me.
That's not to say we don't have our issues. We do. But for the first time, I feel like everyone's on the same page when it comes to working them out.
So on this belated Thankfulness post, I am very, very thankful for quality educators. For their dedication. Their hard work. And their willingness to take a challenging kid and do what it takes to help him succeed.
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GREAT.
Why can't they all be like that? Surely it empowers everyone to be able to talk and be listened to? I can relate to the frustration, and also the joy, as my child's current school is wonderful.
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That's wonderful, what a nice thing to be thankful for :)
That's awesome, I'm very glad that it looks like you and your son are going to have a much better experience here than where you had been. :) Good luck!