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TX

I thought the school year was going well but Liam got bad diaper rash. The attendance clerk wants to be uptight about excusing absences and reminded me I only get 10 parent notes a year when I kept him 1 day last week for diaper rash. So, yesterday I sent him and said I would happily pick him up if needed. Some staff was out but long story short seems like he busted a para's nose before the day was over. I don't want to go to truancy court over keeping him home for diaper rash. The vice… read more

August 27, 2024 (edited)
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A parent shared frustration about school attendance policies and getting absences excused for their child with special needs, sparking a... Read more

A parent shared frustration about school attendance policies and getting absences excused for their child with special needs, sparking a supportive discussion about navigating IEP protections and unresponsive pediatricians. Several members shared that students on IEPs are often exempt from standard attendance limits, and reaching out to a psychiatrist, advocate, or a trusted special education teacher for documentation and guidance was encouraged. A recurring theme was the exhausting reality of fighting school systems for basic accommodations, with the community offering both practical advice and heartfelt emotional support.

A MyAutismTeam Member

You know, Our ASD Kiddo's have the ability to read others, and if the Para got a punch in the nose, I'd be questioning the schools selection in their staff.

August 28, 2024
A MyAutismTeam Member

Thanks for all the support guys!

August 27, 2024
A MyAutismTeam Member

I would try to get something in writing from his pediatrician or school psychologist or BT, OT.

August 27, 2024
A MyAutismTeam Member

Yes! Don’t give up Mom!!! I appreciate you for fighting back! No one understands what we go through in having a disabled child. Maybe you can talk to their 1:1 aid and teacher maybe you can come up with an alternative solution. That’s what I do with my daughter teachers again not all teachers or schools are the same.

August 28, 2024
A MyAutismTeam Member

He doesn't have a neurologist but I spoke to his pyschiatrist office and I think they will likely write the note..... I am.going to email them the details first thing in the morning. Yeah, honestly, pediatricians are only good for the sniffles and barely then is what I am starting to think.....I am trying to explore some curriculum and get some info on how homeschool looks in Texas.

August 27, 2024 (edited)

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