How Much Academic Help is Too Much?

Last week, I was positive Declan was going to fail his math test. Find out what happened, here!

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“What is autism?”

I have always figured I would have “the autism talk” with Declan one day. That one day is now. Read about it, here!

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When Personalities Clash

Another school year, another IEP meeting – both of which I am glad are over. Read why, here!

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Success in the Stack of IEP’s

Looking at a picture of Declan as his preschool graduation I realized how much he has accomplished through the years with adequate support. Read more about this, here!

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The Dreaded Red Folder

With every IEP there comes a time for possible change, which is very stressful. Read more about this, here!

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It’s His Time Now

Things are going well for Declan at Kindergarten. Everyone is smiling. Which led me to think about the post I wrote one year ago. Read about it, here!

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3 Years, 4 Composition Books

The extended school year is over, which means Preschool is all over for Declan. Read about his journey, here!

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They Focused on What he COULD DO. Not What he Couldn’t

Declan graduated from preschool yesterday. And although he is excited for the road ahead, I am terrified to leave behind the teachers and therapists that continued to focus on what Declan could do, not what he couldn’t! Read more, here!

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Support Granted! Smooth Transition Ahead!

The meeting I have dreaded and feared for months finally happened. What supports and services will Declan’s new school provide him when he transitions? Read about the meeting here!

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Best. Day. Ever!!

I’ve always known Declan had the best teacher ever. But what she did yeaterday brought tears to my eyes. Read about the nicest, most thoughtful teacher ever, here!!

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