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[quote=Anonymous]I agree with the PP that said there are good and bad in every profession.  However, realize that all Special Educators, School Psychologists, SLPs and others who work with your child do not have the same qualifications or background.  For example, a Masters in Special Education is relatively a new degree and concepts in teaching have changed dramatically with new research and findings.  All kids are not one size fits all but teachers and staff who do not stay current in their field or gather more than just the bare minimum to qualify them for their position will have trouble excelling in their profession.

Parents are an easy scapegoat and excuse for everything that ails the child.  Parenting a child with Special Needs is a long road.  My advice, become tough skinned, view such comments as OP posted as ignorance, ask many questions of the staff to learn their qualifications and philosophies, and educate and try to teach your child ways they can educate the staff as to their specific needs including ways they learn the best.  You will still encounter boobs who refuse to try things a different way.  Keep persevering and realize you also will come across good staff who will be valuable for your child's achievements and overcoming obstacles.  Work with the good, persevere through the bad and view them as life lessons on how to deal with different types of people.[/quote]

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