Special Education

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2009-11-20 Autism - Fine Motor Delay:

Thanks for clearing that up. It certainly changes the picture. If I were in your friend's shoes I would wait another few months. All kids develop at a different rate and it doesn't sound like she has

2009-11-20 Special Education - discipline of my grandson because of certain uncontrollable behaviow:

Marcia- thank you for the question. Poor guy! That's a lot to deal with. I agree with you. The situation is being handled incorrectly. It is possible that this teacher, I am assuming it is not a

2009-11-19 Autism - diagnosis:

Just based on what you have described here, I would not say that this necessarily points to autism, although that is a possibility. There can be many other reasons for language delays. Although your

2009-11-18 Special Education - Manifestation Determination and expulsion; emotionally disturbed student:

Based on what you stated in your question, you definitely need an experienced advocate. I work with clients all over California and the U.S. If you retain my services, I will call for an emergency IEP

2009-11-18 Autism - Fine Motor Delay:

Hi Christine, Many people with autism have fine motor delays, but a fine motor delay alone certainly does NOT equate to autism. Fine motor delays are common in young children and many of these toddlers