What I have learned about IEP's

For any of the other mom's out there who might benefit from this information about IEP meetings:

1. No matter what you say or request, the "professionals" have made their decision about what your child needs and they will not change it until they deem so...

2. If you have an extra request that costs them extra $$ you better have another "professional" opinion to back you up (such as a doctor, therapist) and even then you should still have a lawyer.

With all of that being said, I am still very thankful that Kaylee has a chance to be with teachers who care about her and understand her disability. I am grateful for a school system that even cares at all about my child with special needs and continues to accomodate her...

I have an aunt who is mentally disabled and years ago they just stopped her schooling because they deemed her incompetent. She didn't even get past eighth grade.

In another country my child would be forgotten and I am grateful for the resources God has provided for her, even if I feel they are not enough.

Dan and I decided that we are not going to "fight the system", but work as hard as we can with her at home and we hope that her getting better physically will be the biggest most worthwhile action we take on Kaylee's road to recovery.

Kaylee's teachers told Dan and I at the meeting that they were impressed with how well Kaylee is improving, and so quickly. As I mentioned before, once we started the NIDS Protocol, Kaylee flew through her IEP goals and objectives in just over 2 months. That was after having them for 6 months prior. Things seem to be clicking for her now.

So for now, I am thankful and not at all angry about not getting what I wanted for her. I believe that God knows exactly what Kaylee needs.

IEP Day

Today, in about an hour, is Kaylee's IEP(Individualized Education Plan). I am hoping and praying that I have wisdom and kindness while working with Kaylee's IEP team. I have been upset lately after doing some of my own research of the FAPE (Free Appropriate Public Education) Act. Kaylee is not getting an appropriate education by any means. Her school's main objective (as evidenced by her last IEP) is to simply "mainstream" her so she fits in. She gets the bare minimum in services.

Well, again, I trust that my Father will give me wisdom and words so we can help Kaylee be an independent, useful lady who participates and contributes to society.

I will update soon!