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[quote=Anonymous]We are currently looking at private (and charter) schools for our 3.5 yr old DS with AS.  So far, GDS and Lowell have been the most receptive to considering high-functioning AS kids for enrollment (PK).  I can't speak for schools outside of DC though.  We have been upfront about our son's diagnosis and willing to share evaluations from his treatment team.  GDS, for example, was was very direct about accepting SN kids based on their ability to make accommodations/provide additional services for the child. Bottom line, OP, you should visit schools, discuss your child's needs and determine if the school can accommodate.  Has your child already attended school, can a teacher write about his/her performance and behavior in a classroom?  We are looking at privates because of their small class sizes compared to public, however, if a child can't function in the classroom and needs individual support in class in addition to social skills class and OT outside of class, most regular private schools will not be able to accommodate him/her.

Also, I wanted to address 22:12.  Labels can be very helpful in dealing with people, as PPs mentioned.  Even family members.  My DS was recently diagnosed and we have not shared that info with many people.  In fact, I just told my mother a couple of days before Christmas.  I didn't know how to bring it up as my mom is very judgmental and frankly, a know it all!   My son had a bad tantrum at the zoo after trying to get him to leave an exhibit that featured one of his obsessions.  My mom has made comments since DS was 18 mos old about how we need to discipline him, etc. because he will grow up . . . (get the picture?).  Anyway, in anger, I yelled at my mom (which I avoid) and told her that it was more complicated, beyond mere discipline problems, that he had Asperger's.  She didn't know what that was, but I explained when I calmed down and talked about ASD.  I share this because of her response that surprised me.  She said, "And I thought he was just spoiled!"  She even noticed similarities of other members of our family and the difficulties that they had in life--she even proposed that they may have AS and no one knew, just thought they were bad, weird, etc.!  The last few days have been great.  My mom has treated me with respect for the last few days, more patient and understanding with my son.  She finally understands that I am not excusing his difficult behavior but seems to understand that this is a process that will take time and my husband and I are learning, day by day.

Just wanted to share this![/quote]

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