The thing is, they say that he doesn't qualify for an IEP. He apparantly is "disabled enough". Although the Autism does in fact interfere with school, just not the academic side. I was told if he was doing poorly in school, he would qualify. Because he gets good grades he doesn't. They are scheduling for a 504, but refuse an IEP.

You'd think. I think our school system sees Autism only one way. My son is higher functioning with most things. He does lag behind though socially. He is good at academics and I think they are seeing that as him not needing services. Just because he doesn't need the help academically, doesn't mean that he doesn't need any help.

also, if they refuse the iep, 504s have to list accommodations and adaptive p.e. is definitely on the list. my daughter is the same. not disabled enough. you got me thinking though...her school also has swimming...hmm...

Rec center swim classes may help!If not definitely talk to the school..If he is unable to do this they cannot MAKE him!

I would go thr route of a Dr note as well, but I would also make a call to the director of special ed in your district to bring up your situation, they may be able to help. I also do not see that if you have a medical diagnosis that they could avoid and IEP, so if that is the case you need to push it with them director of special ed.