Schooling for SN twins

[Anonymous]

Are you in DC or MD? If you are in DC, you might try moving to Montgomery County.

You might also try to see if there are any spots left in this summer camp. I'd also recommend asking around about any faculty members at GWU, Georgetown etc. who might be doing studies on therapies for ADHD/language delays. This is a good way to get access to top notch new therapies at no cost.

http://departments.columbian.gwu.edu/speechhearing/sites/default/files/apraxia_summer_camp_2013_revised_2.pdf

[Anonymous]

I want to echo what an earlier PP suggested. Go back to the schools you applied to and ask them why they felt they could not support your twins. Do not be adversarial in tone but let them know you are seeking information on what support they may need and how you can go about getting it for the next academic year. I would also consider reapplying to the schools in another year. I have twins and they have some similarities to yours but I did a lot of research prior to applying about what kind of student McLean is looking for and developed an ongoing dialogue with the admissions people. I also got my twins the support they needed (504 Plan) at their public school, was insistent and direct (in a nice way) with the school staff and made clear what I expected of the school in terms of the support for my twins. They have delivered and I also kept McLean informed of their progress and what was going on during the admissions process. I believe you have to develop a relationship early with the schools that you are interested in. I also attended every event McLean offered to the public so I would get as much face time with the admisistrators, who make the decisions. I felt like in the end they knew mem and family and I knew what McLean had to offer and felt like it was the right fit for the twins. I am telling you all of this because you cannot give up., It is ok to feel momentarily dejected but you owe it to your children to keep fighting for them and get them the help that they need. I believe you will have a positive outcome if you go back and do some homework and put in line the support that is needed to help your twins.

[Anonymous]

Also, OP, if they really are far behind in terms of grade level, I would seriously consider tutoring. Some schools won't accept kids who are that far behind, e.g, Siena and you don't want to get accepted somewhere only to be counseled out.

[Anonymous]

I agree with the tutoring. It may only take a year to get thrm with in range. Also, if they are summer birthdays could you have them repeat a grade. Finally, have you looked into Catholic schools? Some have started programs for kids with learning issues. I believe it is called the Judy program but probably goes by other names as well.

[Anonymous]

Catholic schools have never been known for providing support to children with LDs or any special needs. Please don't make that mistake.