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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I would go and get him privately evaluated with an OT and take that evaluation to the school as the basis for them to re-evaluate and reconsider services.  I never rely on school evaluations.  I consider many of these folks to be the gatekeepers to the services your child needs and may need in the future.  Dysgraphia is a disability.  I don't believe it will go away on it's own.  As he gets older he made need additional time, class notes, or maybe even assistive technology (such as a laptop) to help him achieve his full potential.  The OT's at the school can also assist with educating teachers as to his needs.  I also agree with PP on Handwriting without Tears.  You can buy it online or find someone certified to teach it to your soon.  Good luck![/quote]

I agree.  My son was denied an IEP or a 504 but I had him evaluated privately and the OT found weakness in his hands and arm, poor pencil grip, and overall lack of coordination.  He has been doing exercises to strengthen his hand, and she corrected his grip/posture.  Little by little.

We saw an OT at ITS in Kensington - Susan Tieche.  She is terrific.[/quote]

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