autism

For some odd reason IEP services never kick in at the on set of the school year.  It can be really frustrating getting your program in to gear.  Don’t assume that because your child is starting school that their paper work is organized and ready to go.  Contact your IU prior to the first day, because they get buried right away.  If you know who will be providing your services ,(speech, ot….) try and contact them directly to set up your schedule.  Talk to your child’s teacher if they are in a mainstream situation to arrange times where pull-out services won’t interfere with other things.  Patience along with persistence will get you through the first month.  It is important to try and stay organized.  When you get your kids school supplies get yourself new folders to keep your paperwork together.  Many districts are going “paperless” so you can set yourself up with folders on the computer.