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If you could ask your child's teacher ANYTHING what would you want to know?

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Fredericksburg, VA

If you could ask your child's teacher any question without feeling embarrassed, ridiculous, stupid, forceful..ect what would you want to know?

June 7, 2013
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Parents opened up about the questions they wish they could ask their child's teacher without hesitation, with the most common being whether... Read more

Parents opened up about the questions they wish they could ask their child's teacher without hesitation, with the most common being whether their child is genuinely happy at school, feels safe, and is forming meaningful connections with peers. Several members expressed deep vulnerability around their child's long-term potential, wishing teachers would share honest insights about prognosis and future skills based on their experience, while others wanted to know about recommended programs, outside services, and whether their nonverbal child has been able to communicate needs or feelings in ways parents might not see at home. A recurring theme was the delicate balance between hope and reality, with parents craving transparency, reassurance, and practical guidance while navigating the fear and uncertainty that comes with raising a child with special needs.

A MyAutismTeam Member

What embarrassing details of our family life has our son told everyone at school. I can only imagine LOL.

June 9, 2013
A MyAutismTeam Member

Having been on both sides of the table (both a parent and a special education teacher)... what I would have loved my son's special ed teachers to be able to share with me were things like... If we weren't having to worry about the district paying for any recommendation you make to outside services, what additional private services would you love to have my son be getting? Do you have any idea on that regarding a provider who would be a "best fit" for him?

June 14, 2013
A MyAutismTeam Member

Is he happy in school? Does he eve feel scared? Is anyone ever mean to him? He is nonverbal so I do keep close contact with his teacher but it is always a fear.

June 13, 2013
A MyAutismTeam Member

will he ever be able to talk to me,tell me how he feels.

June 8, 2013
A MyAutismTeam Member

Hmm...I would actually like to know what she thinks my son's prognosis is based on her extensive experience (he's in a special ed class). No one ever wants to say anything like that out loud because they might provide false hope or false security and I get that...BUT, I'm sure she has a private opinion and I would love to know what it is.

June 13, 2013

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