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[quote=Anonymous]In our area of Vurginia, there is an alternative high school with a small enrollment and flexible program tailored to the students.  It is important to listen to what her psychiatrist says she will benefit from the most.  Just remember if it was cancer or a major physical accident, you would  be looking at the medical care needed first, and mental health needs the same approach. No shame, but harder in many ways to accept.

OP, you are right to find the treatment plan with DD's team which will help her identify and restore a better balance in mental health.  Is there a chance she could take a class or two online that would be self-paced,  Then an art center or teacher in the area that woukd understand your goals for her at this point in life.

Perhaos looking for an older college/grad student in the arts who could be a paid teacher and also peer mentor for so many hours a week would work.  We currently have a college student at $15 per hour plus cost for any activities weekly.  I pay her more when she does an hour art lesson as she is quite talented and in the communications disorders program for a masters here.  Marymount, GWU or George Mason may be resources.

You are correct to not feel your daughter has to be lockstep in edication and perhaps finding a new setting for next year is key.  It does sound like she will need an IEP if in the public school setting to ensure she gets the supports in place.  And you have time to research the various high school settings.[/quote]

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