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[quote=Anonymous]I know this isn't what you asked but I thought my experience might be helpful.  I have a DS with a severe language/communication disorder.  He's in 4th grade but has the communication skills of a kindergartener.  He is of average/above average intelligence and has had an IEP since pre-K (special ed non-cat preschool).  We've used a highly regarded consultant since pre-K.  For the last several years we battled the school system to get more supports in the classroom.  We had such differing views on what was appropriate for our DS that DH and I began to consider private schools.  I came to DCUM to get some advice (can't find the thread otherwise I'd link to it).  The feedback I got from parents whose kids were at SN schools that they may not be the solution I was looking for.  Just like with public schools, it depends on the staff, the year and how good a fit it is for my DS.

So, instead of pursuing private schools, DH, our consultant and I redoubled our efforts to get an appropriate IEP for DS.  We refused to sign the proposed IEP and initiated a state complaint.   That seemed to get things moving in a more acceptable direction.  DS ended up with the support he needs in the general ed classroom and is doing so very much better (emotionally and academically).  We're also supplementing with tutoring.  It was expensive for us but not as expensive as going private.  Good luck to you.  I know how gut wrenching this is.[/quote]

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