Can't find the perfect school!!

[Anonymous]

Can the teacher use a speaker system. These are very helpful for kids who have a hard time differentiating the teacher's voice above the din. It also allows the teacher to talk to the class in a normal voice (not yell) but be heard by all. Teacher usually wears an inconspicuous microphone and there is either a speaker near a particular student or multiple speakers mounted around the room. Very helpful for auditory processing issues.
If I were you I would try to make this all work with your current school. From what you say, they are being incredibly open to your suggestions. Have your testers and professionals attend IEP meetings so they can give suggestions and brainstorm with the IEP team. You really are lucky that they are working with you. Private school camps (KTS, Lab etc.) may be a great way to see what works and then bring in it to your public school.

[Anonymous]

I am currently at CLC and just want to clarify that the elementary school is an inclusive school that contains many typically developing children. The ASD program I believe is a separate program but they will continue to have an inclusive elementary school. If interested, you should stop by - they have an open door policy so you can observe a classroom whenever you want and will be happy to answer any of your questions. Good luck!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:OP here -

Kingsbury is not an option because their students' needs are far greater than my DS'. It seems to be geared toward children who are not on the higher-education track, and that is not our goal. DS is quite capable, and will go to college...even though that's 10 years away

Not that it is necessarily the school you need, but Kingsbury has a broader range than that - many bright kids, many are college bound. They've also been talking about starting a GT/LD track. I think their population overlaps heavily with Lab, but they're more accepting of kids on the spectrum.

[Anonymous]

Lynne Israel's camp may be full, and it is smaller than usual b/c there JPDS is not available this summer due to construction but if not, I think it would address a lot of your son's issues. They work extensively on SI and also on social pragmatics. I'd give a call OP. My 6 year old was in a group with many 7 year olds there last summer and many also had ADHD issues.

Re: biomed, I've heard that Pam Compart is good.
http://www.heartlighthealingarts.com/compart.htm
We worked with Kelly Dorfman to add supplements including omegas and vitamin E. (I don't think she can order testing, which Dr. Compart can.) It seemed to really make a difference with processing speed and ability to process different modalities (looking AND listening) over time. We had a lot of testing done when we lived elsewhere so we started with Kelly. Might be worth a shot for you. I liked this book for kind of an overview
http://www.amazon.com/Healing-New-Childhood-Epidemics-Groundbreaking/dp/0345494504
Friends actually went to NY to consult with the author/doc and had a good experience for a child similar to yours.

[Anonymous]

The Children's Learning Center is a nursery, child care center and has an elementary school (K-6th Grade). We have been in existence for 32 years and in the past year have added an infant class as well as a toddler class. In the fall we are planning to start a separate class (Kesher). This class will be in addition to our regular elementary school. We have openings in all classes and you are welcome to visit our center as we have "open house" every day. Please feel free to call (301)-871-6600 or email at [e-mail]