All About Autism

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funkymonkey:

ImMeeMee:

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hi funkymonkey

I'm a therapist in private practice, soon-to-be just tutor

My student had some issues with MT teacher some years back. He was still a little rigid in P2 and a bit blunt. He also had a rather loud voice. I think the parent tried to get the FT to help but it was difficult for her to correct her colleague.

I wrote a letter in Mandarin. Key points:
a) explaining ASD condition
b) medical diagnosis
c) many years of therapy
d) his parents' wish that he could learn like his peers, grow up to be a useful and contributing member of society

It worked cos it's a very old-school type of appeal letter. The MT was receptive and went out of her way to help the child

You can request for a case conference to discuss your child's condition. Or you can write a similar letter in Mandarin. Maybe mention that your child has had to defer P1 for one year due to her condition.

I usu try not to complain to principal or MOE unless the MT teacher is \"beyond hope\" or abusive. Sometimes, the situation can spiral out of control. I try to appeal to their good sense and morals first, before escalating the complaint progressively. We have act in the best interest of your child.

Maybe you should start a thread for dyspraxia. It's quite prevalent childhood condition but not as well-known as ASD and dyslexia.

cheers, Ping

Hi, am learning about school environment for special needs kids to prepare ourselves when my daughter hits that age. may i know what is MT and FT? thanks.

Hi ImeeMee,
FT is Form teacher and MT is Mother Tongue.
When is your DD going to P1?
It really pays to read up about primary schools and see if they have good AED;ie.Allied Educator in their schools.Also must check if the schools offer Foundation subjects in case our kids cannot catch up in P4.
All the best!!! :D[/quote]Sorry, may sound silly. But what's DD/ DD3?? i'm new to this forum.

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RVK:

Sorry, may sound silly. But what's DD/ DD3?? i'm new to this forum.

Hi RVK

:welcome: to KSP :rahrah:

DH - dear hubby
DW - dear wife
DS - dear son
DD - dear daughter

dd1 - 1st daughter in the family
dd3 - 3rd daughter in family

ds2 - 2nd son... etc

[ImMeeMee]

for special needs children to enter into a particular mainstream primary school, do we have to go through the same procedure of Phase 2A, 2B, 2C etc? or is there a concession route for special needs children?


I have just gone through the whole rollercoaster ride of getting my dd1 into primary school, and shudder to think of another roller coaster ride in time to come. :shock:

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ImMeeMee:

for special needs children to enter into a particular mainstream primary school, do we have to go through the same procedure of Phase 2A, 2B, 2C etc? or is there a concession route for special needs children?


I have just gone through the whole rollercoaster ride of getting my dd1 into primary school, and shudder to think of another roller coaster ride in time to come. :shock:

Doubt that there is a concession route for special needs kids. The same P1 registration rule applies as long as the student is registered in a mainstream school.

So, if the special needs child is the younger sibling and wants to be registered in the same sch as the older sibling, then can fall under Phase 1 registration for sibling.

[ImMeeMee]

schweppes:

Doubt that there is a concession route for special needs kids. The same P1 registration rule applies as long as the student is registered in a mainstream school.

So, if the special needs child is the younger sibling and wants to be registered in the same sch as the older sibling, then can fall under Phase 1 registration for sibling.

thanks schweppes. In fact I prefer not to send dd3 to the same school as dd1, as it is quite competitive and pace is relatively fast. She could be happier in a school where the support system is strong and the pace is more appropriate.

走一步算一步.

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ImMeeMee:

走一步算一步.

I know what u mean, ImMeeMee. Even now, I tell myself the same too, one step at a time. Hang in there... :hugs:

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Hi there


My DS is attending P1 next year and i am trying to find out more information abt AED in mainstream school.

i am planning to enroll my DS in Red Swastika School cos DH is in the alumni.

At the same time, i am looking ard for other schools with great support for AED kids.

Appreciate any advise out there.

Thks & rgds,

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hmm... it is inspiring that some of kids here can attend mainstream, wonder whether my son will have the chance to go mainstream........


Kellyyang,

is your kid attending having any interventions ? really want to know what else more I can do to help my son been feeling that I am not doing enough for a sahm......

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kellyang:

Hi there


My DS is attending P1 next year and i am trying to find out more information abt AED in mainstream school.

i am planning to enroll my DS in Red Swastika School cos DH is in the alumni.

At the same time, i am looking ard for other schools with great support for AED kids.

Appreciate any advise out there.

Thks & rgds,

Have PM-ed u

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kellyang:

Hi there


My DS is attending P1 next year and i am trying to find out more information abt AED in mainstream school.

i am planning to enroll my DS in Red Swastika School cos DH is in the alumni.

At the same time, i am looking ard for other schools with great support for AED kids.

Appreciate any advise out there.

Thks & rgds,

Things are probably going to be better in 2 years' time.

I've worked with AEDs/counsellors from 5 different schools in last 2 years. 4 ASDs and 1 dyslexia/dyspraxic. The AEDs are fresh from the oven; some parents may be more knowledgeable than them.

I would say first, go for a school principal who's not that interested in grades. He's likely to give \"more chance\" and tests/exams are usually manageable. Unless your child is gifted or has Asperger syndrome, you may have to struggle with both behv/social skills and academics in a rankings-focussed school. These schools usually give more homework and remedial lessons, leaving limited time for therapies.

Most AEDs pay more attention to milder cases (kids who can relate to them) and most severe cases. The former group is easier to manage and the latter group can't be ignored due to complaints. The rest may not receive any attention or lesson.

To be a good AED requires a lot of maneuvering and very good people skills as he/she has to work with teachers. An ex-teacher will be a sure bet. Most fresh grads can't teach well yet and do not know how to approach their colleagues. (This is how I see the job function.) A lot of teachers and AEDs have the mindset that ASD kids will do better in Pathlight School.

There is a change of principals every 5 years. So you should ask around during your child's K2 year.

My advice is to stick with some form of social skills therapy at least for the first few years if you want to see good results.

All the best