General Education, Inclusion, Aide

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My son is about to turn 8 years old. He is high functioning and is a regular 2nd grade classroom with 26 other kids. I have been getting emails from the teacher that my son has been disruptive in class, crying, yelling, refusing to do any school work. We have it set up that he takes breaks during the day to see another teacher in a quieter room. This is the first I have had to deal with any of this-my son has only had very minor issues in the past. Now they want to meet to brainstorm what to do. I am afraid. I'm not sure what ideas to share. I was wondering if an aide would be something to consider. He has never had that but the demands that are made on him in 2nd grade has left him feeling out of control and that is when the behavior starts. We live in Washington state. Has anyone else had this issue? And how did you handle it?

A MyAutismTeam Member · Accepted Answer

@A MyAutismTeam Member Hello, don't be afraid, they are hoping you have some ideas of what works at home for you as a family.  :}  How about adapted assignments, reduced amount of work, has someone observed him to record when and why he is reacting?  Positive behavior card, he completes something, he gets a star, then he gets a relaxing time on his break outside of the room.  The room is probably too stimulating for him, he needs to decompress with a weighted blanket? Compression vest?  Bounce on a big ball ?  Listen to music?  Headphones?  I hope the ideas give you some things that you could suggest.  I also hope your son begins to get what he needs soon.

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