Hi5! We are still just as excited about our 5 year old as the day when the doctor pronounced,"You're Pregnant!" Yep, we're still jumping for joy,and so is he! We are sharing our joy,disappointments,successes and challenges as a family with a child touched by AUTISM-a neurological condition considered a developmental disability.If you care to share, please do.Join us on Google Blogger/Reader/Buzz/orkut,hi5, digg,Facebook,Twitter,Yahoo!Buzz,YouTube,MySpace, holiday WordPress.ENJOY!KBJCosse'Family
Thursday, September 6, 2012
Wednesday, September 5, 2012
Transition: From Special Ed Teacher to Special Ed Advocate
I am a certified special education teacher K-12. I will be retiring in two years and would like to become a special education advocate.
What is the first step?
You are wise to prepare ahead of time.
Transition: From Special Ed Teacher to Special Ed Advocate
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Tuesday, September 4, 2012
Monday, September 3, 2012
who decides what's NORMAL?
'Not Ordinary Redefining My Autism Life' = NORMAL is our new series about living on the Autism Spectrum. Share your perspectives, advice, questions, comments on Not Ordinary.
Also, get a copy of
Asperger Syndrome in the Family: Redefining Normal
- Year Published: 2001
- Book Code: A135
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"All Children can Learn." - Students with Aspergers
"All Children can Learn."
Let's start the school year by understanding our Students who are learning while on the Autism Spectrum, specifically, those with Aspergers Syndrome.
This is an excerpt from 'Autism Learning Felt'.
Many parents with children that have Asperger’s know that there are going to be problems that arise having their children in a mainstream school. But are those problems a product of the child or of the system? Schooling so often these days is like a cookie cutter factory. Those that fall above or below the norm just have to fit in.
This is a reason that many parents choose to homeschool. They can teach their child in the way their child learns best. With a guided curriculum toward a auditory, visual or kinesthetic education, the parent’s approach to teaching becomes more efficient for the child to learn.
Read the complete article at Educating Children with Asperger’s DisorderFriday, August 31, 2012
Thursday, August 30, 2012
Behavior Incentive System
B.U.G. stands for Being Unusually Good.
This is the perfect system when your class needs a new
incentive program.
Wednesday, August 29, 2012
SPED Attorney & fees
IDEA’04 changed the section on attorneys’ fees to provide that a school district or SEA may now recover their attorneys’ fees from the parent’s attorney who files a complaint that is frivolous, unreasonable, or without foundation or who continues to litigate after the litigation clearly becomes frivolous, unreasonable, or without foundation. Section 615 (i)(3)(B)(i)(II). Also, the statute now provides that a school district or SEA may now recover their attorneys’ fees from the parent or the parent’s attorney where the claim was presented for an improper purpose, such as to harass, to cause unnecessary delay or to needlessly increase the cost of litigation. Section 615 (i)(3)(B)(i)(III).
Procedural Safeguards - The series Part XII
[image: Safeguards Transporter] Safeguards Transporter (Photo credit: Wikipedia) This is the final installment in a multi-part series on procedural safeguards under the federal special education law, the Individuals With Disabilities Education Act. I work a lot in this area, so it is near and dear to my heart. Despite the importance of procedural safeguards. however, many issues in this area are misunderstood. I hope that all of the different types of special education stakeholders who read this blog find the information in this series helpful. Be sure to tell me what you thou... more »
This is Part I of a three-part series dealing with the role of special education attorneys in the IEP process. This first part outlines exactly when you should consider hiring a special ed lawyer. The second part of the series looks at qualities you should seek in hiring an attorney. Part III will tell you [...]
Special Ed Attorneys, Part I: When Should You Hire One?
This is Part I of a three-part series dealing with the role of special education attorneys in the IEP process. This first part outlines exactly when you should consider hiring a special ed lawyer. The second part of the series looks at qualities you should seek in hiring an attorney. Part III will tell you [...]Reasons Why Your Child Might Meltdown at School
'Navigating Life, Parenting, and Relationships with a differently wired brain.' ~ Parenting with Asperger's Syndrome: Reasons Why Your Child Might Meltdown at School: post-meltdown crash (He was posing and did this on my request. I try to avoid photographing any of the kids in a bad moment, for their d...
Tuesday, August 28, 2012
Sunday, August 26, 2012
"How do you know WHEN 'It's Back-to-School Time'?"
Like most kids, our 7 year old can't wait for SUMMERTIME! He enjoys weekday recreation time, endless playing in the backyard and daily fun at community playgrounds, meeting new friends in his extended school year program, camps, staying up late, etc....
As Parents, we know it's back to school time WHEN:
- big box stores put out the school supplies displays (1 month in advance)
- clothing retail stores advertise school attire with summer clothes in their commercials (1 month in advance)
- our son is 'tired' of summer camp (last 2-3 days)
- our son is asking for new SCHOOL apps on the iPad, iPod Touch! (2 weeks in advance)
- you've seen all of the summer movies at the local theater
- you're bored with the selections in Redbox, Netflix, Hulu, iTunes, Media Hub, etc...
- our son resets his summer 'wake-up' and 'go-to-bed' schedule to the SCHOOL TIME!
"How do you know WHEN 'It's Back-to-School Time'?"
'Enjoyable School Year' shares transitions in life, and 'Special Needs Blogs' which are 2 'EnjoyHi5Autism' boards that pinned the following 'You Know It's Back to School When...':
A special kind of class: You Know It's Back to School When....
Growing up with Special Needs: How a Typical Sibling Can Form Healthy Relationships
My typical 9-year-old, Luke, has a special condition: he knows he’s “typical.” He also knows his older brother, Chris, is autistic. There are times when that comes in handy.
Growing up with Special Needs: How a Typical Sibling Can Form Healthy Relationships
Growing up with Special Needs: How a Typical Sibling Can Form Healthy Relationships
Saturday, August 25, 2012
Opposition to cutting education funding that benefits Students on the Autism Spectrum
Recession, Budget Cuts, Schools Closing, Educators layoffs and firings, uncertified and inexperienced Teachers and Paraprofessionals, archaic teaching tools and resources, limited or underfunded training are a few of the tantamount concerns regarding the appropriate educating of Students with Autism.
We've included some videos about concerns of any Parent who is in school. Why? Often, families with kids who have special needs and/or disabilities have similar needs + specific concerns.
Let's start with a current release:
The video and transcript of this compelling report on the necessity of appropriate education schools, supports, services and resources for Students on the Autism Spectrum. William's parents concerns express the questions and issues that many families are facing when it comes to their child's schooling.
Updated
Autism expert warns against cutting education funding - ABC News (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)
We've included some videos about concerns of any Parent who is in school. Why? Often, families with kids who have special needs and/or disabilities have similar needs + specific concerns.
Let's start with a current release:
The video and transcript of this compelling report on the necessity of appropriate education schools, supports, services and resources for Students on the Autism Spectrum. William's parents concerns express the questions and issues that many families are facing when it comes to their child's schooling.
Updated
Updated
A leading expert on autism is warning of the long-term costs if funds to assist the education of children with autism spectrum disorder continue to be cut.
Source: Lateline
Autism expert warns against cutting education funding - ABC News (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)
Teachers care about the affects of the lack of sufficient education funding, too.
'Rethink Autism' organization has deliberately encouraged Parents to prepare for times when Students on the Autism Spectrum will face limitations in funding, resources, treatments and care.
When after-school programs are underfunded, some of our Autistic kids who are 'mainstreamed' and can tolerate 'full inclusion' are affected, too.
Will we go back to the days when Hawaii considered 'no school Fridays'? How devastating this will be for Parents who's child depends on school-based therapies and individualized education programs.
Who Knew...?
Who Knew, over the years, ABC News has compiled a plethora of videos about Autism? View archived and recent relevant information from varying perspectives about various aspects of Autism: kids, Parents, adults, health, education, legislation, relationships(dating/marriage), costs, families, friends, research, therapies, treatments, statistics, debates, myths and other perspectives of life on the Autism Spectrum.
Here are a few videos:
Caring for Autistic Teens Nation's First Adult Autism ClinicFilm Portrays Parents' Autism Dilemma The High Cost of Autismand more
Home Autism Detector Worries Some DoctorsAutistic Boy Devastated After City Bans Pet PigAutistic Marine Court Martialed, Bad Conduct Discharge
Autism Voices and ViewsResearch Suggests Genetic Link in AutismFinancial Challenges Among Autism's CostsOxygen Chamber a Treatment for Autism?Love Conquers All for One Autistic Couple Life 101: Learning to Live With Autismand more
NIGHTLINE: Special Autism Reports By John Donvan stories...
Girls and AutismStory of SurvivalThe Face of AutismSiblings Cope with AutismAdults With AutismAutism: Finding the Wordsand more videos
GOOD MORNING AMERICA: Autism Special Report stories...
Autism Up Close Autism Advancements
OnCall+ Autism
Did you know that ABC's OnCall+ included Resource Centers for Autism? Although this section contains articles, they are so vital to the historical significance of the Autism Spectrum awareness and acceptance campaign. It lists 'Top Medical Centers for Autism', and
Autism Voices and ViewsAutism from seven unique viewpoints, told in their own voices.
Autism Resources By StateAn interactive map that helps you find autism resources in your area. Interactive Resources, too.
Questions for the Experts?Do you have a question about autism for the experts? (A few videos of provided at the bottom of the page.)
ABC News OnCall+ Autism stories...
Index: Autism BasicsIndex: Autism Risk Factors and PreventionIndex: Autism Symptoms and DiagnosisIndex: Autism Treatment and Early InterventionIndex: Living With Autism Autism Basics is our favorite section. It's all about understanding the SPECTRUM of Autism.Section 1: Autism Basics
- What Is An Autism Spectrum Disorder?
- PDD vs. Autism Spectrum Disorder?
- What Is An Autistic Disorder?
- What Is Asperger Syndrome?
- Asperger Syndrome vs. Autistic Disorder?
- What is PDD-NOS?
- PDD-NOS vs. Autism, Asperger Syndrome?
- PDD-NOS vs. Pervasive Developmental Disorder?
- Childhood Disintegrative Disorder?
- What Is Rett Syndrome?
- CDD, Rett Syndrome vs. Others?
- What Is 'Classic' Autism?
- What Is High-Functioning Autism?
- Is Autism More Common In Boys or Girls?
- Why Are Autism Diagnoses Increasing?
Dr. Alessandri answers the question: 'What Is An Autism Spectrum Disorder?'
More Section 1: Autism Basics stories...
Brain Test to Diagnose Autism?ABC News OnCall+ Autism Center Home Page - ABC News
ABC News Medical Editor Dr. Tim Johnson welcomes you to the OnCall+ Autism Center with easy-to-use advice from dozens of expert doctors on autism spectrum disorders.Autism Rates Rise to 1 in 88, CDC Says - ABC News
One in 88 children is diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder, or ASD, by age 8, according to a study released today by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and ...Recent Autism Videos from ABC News - ABCNews.com - Breaking ...
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It was hard enough for Karen Corby to hear that her autistic son would need a heart transplant to survive, but it was even harder to take the news that ...
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A leading expert on autism is warning of the long-term costs if funds to assist the education of children with autism spectrum disorder continue to be cut. TONY JONES ...Autism Breakthrough: Girl's Writings Explain Her Behavior and ...
Carly Fleischmann has severe autism and is unable to speak a word. But thanks to years of expensive and intensive therapy, this 13-year-old has made a ...ABC News flunks ABC's of Autism in Reporting - AGE OF AUTISM
By Anne Dachel I was amazed at an investigative series that ABC News just aired. It was all about how the U.S. government allows psych drugs to be used on children in ...Page 2: Autism Genes Unlock Disorder's Mystery - ABC News
New findings by Harvard researchers may bring families one step closer to discovering a cure for autism, a disorder shrouded in mystery. Research published in the ...Tune In – ABC World News Tonight « Autism Speaks Official Blog
In a story scheduled to air tonight, ABC World News Tonight with Diane Sawyer will feature Autism Speaks Executive Vice President of Programs and Services Peter Bell ...
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