All About Autism

[ImMeeMee]

schweppes:

Wishing all the mommy warriors here of kids with special needs, a \"Blessed Mother's Day\". May we continue to have the strength and courage to soldier on when the going gets tough, the wisdom to make the right choices and the peace in knowing that we are done our very best for our kids. :hugs:


Let us remember to celebrate their little victories in life and have faith and hope that tomorrow is a brighter and better future.

:celebrate:

a bit late with this post, but still ... :celebrate:

[ImMeeMee]

there was a program last night over Channel 8 regarding autism. it featured a few case studies, providing insights into parents’ struggles and the child’s thinking. I thought the program was done on a very positive note, but it may be good if the program could have also featured some of the difficulties of autistic children, eg. meltdowns in public, so as to build the public’s awareness and empathy towards these children when faced with such situations in public.


I recall a situation where a boy was featured as throwing tantrums on the floor of a MRT train (in STOMP I think), with responses from the public that the boy was spoilt and without manners etc. The boy could really be having tantrums because he is spoilt, but if it has been a meltdown because of autism or some developmental issues, it would help if the public is aware and empathetic.

JMHO

[WaWa]

ImMeeMee:

there was a program last night over Channel 8 regarding autism. it featured a few case studies, providing insights into parents' struggles and the child's thinking. I thought the program was done on a very positive note, but it may be good if the program could have also featured some of the difficulties of autistic children, eg. meltdowns in public, so as to build the public's awareness and empathy towards these children when faced with such situations in public.

My exact sentiments.
I felt the programme was a little \"lop-sided\" in that it portrays only the functional aspects ... and the children featured were either \"mild with good eye contact\" or even if moderate, seems \"well-integrated\" ...well, at least this is what i gather from the show.

I'm sure these children have their meltdown moments & moments where we can never \"talk sense\" to them ... such difficulties should be portrayed alongside the positives, so those unaware will know that while autistics can function quite \"normally\", there are times where they can't.

At the end of the programme, I can't help but wonder what is the purpose of the show? To educate the public & create better awareness? Definitely not what i felt since the show failed to deliver that content (if it ever had the intention).

Or, is the purpose of the show trying to tell the public that there is \"enough spaces in special schools\" to accomodate the autistics.... this seems likely to be what they are trying to promote.

[JnJmum]

Sharing this site... some good information on Autism.


http://spectrummum.wordpress.com/about-2/

[artzooka]

Greetings to all the super mummies. I am new to this forum and would very much appreciate if anyone can fill me in with more infos on which are primary schools that have experience allied educators and a principle with the heart to accept pupils who have mild to moderate asd. My dd is six this year and like all parents in here we r desperately praying hard for our child future. Previously she went to kits4kids now she is attending pcf k2. Gtg now

[IJJ]

artzooka:

Greetings to all the super mummies. I am new to this forum and would very much appreciate if anyone can fill me in with more infos on which are primary schools that have experience allied educators and a principle with the heart to accept pupils who have mild to moderate asd. My dd is six this year and like all parents in here we r desperately praying hard for our child future. Previously she went to kits4kids now she is attending pcf k2. Gtg now

Greetings. Which area are you residing? You may want to read more on primary schools here : http://www.moe.gov.sg/education/programmes/support-for-children-special-needs/
or
http://www.moe.gov.sg/education/admissions/primary-one-registration/listing-by-planning-area/

I suggest that you give them a call, pay a visit to understand what they can do for your girl. I prefer to be ensured that the assistance is in place before I place mine.

[ImMeeMee]

I have been looking for on-the-ground experience and reputation of primary schools with good support for autism, but to no avail. While the information on MOE website is understandably crafted in certain manner, it is of no help at all.


The standard reply that I have received is that you have to look at your child’s needs and development and map it against the school, considering that ASD is a wide spectrum and that there is no one-size-fits-all.

It would be helpful if the early intervention schools could compile a list of primary schools that their children go to on a yearly basis and publish it in public domain. This acts as a good starting point for parents to then do their groundwork on finding the right school for their kids. I agree that parents should do their homework - but we dont know where to start.

Sorry that I have not answered the question but just voicing my frustrations.

[artzooka]

Hi imMeeMee, I totally agree with what u wrote . All asd kids r not the same and it’s really tough for parents to find a match. I am sure that as parents we did our homework before seeking for more assistance as we r determine that our child deserve every rights to be given the equal opportunity like the rest of the typical kids. Right now I am pretty anxious looking around for local school that can really manage asd child so if anyone who happen to know any primary or cOnvent school pls drop me a message.thanks

[Pen88n]

Try calling Anderson Primary or Maris Stella. I’ve heard of kids with special needs being accepted in these schools (but not sure of the extent / type of help the kids need). Hope this helps.

[artzooka]

Hi pen88n, appreciate ur infos. I am staying in tampines and if I am not wrong Anderson primary is in yio cho kang area and Maris Stella is a boys school. Just for ur infos I’ve called up schools that is out of my zone before, guess what the principle hint me ? They told me that they will not reject any pupils but due to location distance it will be at my disadvantage …‘sign’