Good christian or private schools

[Cupcake77]

Originally Posted by Big G

If your daughter might be autistic, the WORST thing you could do for her is put her in a private school. With the exception of a few schools that specialize in learning differences, they are absolutely not in the business of providing accomodations or special treatments. Honestly, the school would probably kick her out after a few weeks.

The public school system is required by law to provide an education to all comers, and is going to be your best bet for getting your child an education that fits her needs and abilities.

Speaking of which, you should already be in contact with your local school, even at age 3. The district will evaluate your daughter and provide pre-school services as appropriate.

That screaming is not normal 3-year-old behavior, and it sounds to me like evaluation and treatment need to be happening NOW. That type of behavior is beyond "slightly autistic".

She is fine at home, very sweet and plays. She is also really smart. But when we take her out, it's a whole different story. I know 3 year olds throw tantrums, but hers are epic. many people tell me thats normal for a kid her age.. until they see it for themselves.



I will contact the school and explain the situation. I'll see what they say.

[pepper131]

Cupcake -

I don't know if you've also considered testing her for sensory issues. It seems they are common these days.

I have two friends who have just gone through the testing and are so thankful - both are boys, but seemingly fine at home, but when in public or social situations, they completely lost it.

It ends up they have an imbalance inside their ears and it throws off their world and reality. They have started occupational therapy to correct the problem. Depending, it can take 3-6 months.

One of the boys I have known since he was born. He had a lot of respiratory problems, ear infections, etc. And this may have been a factor in the development.

[Cupcake77]

Originally Posted by pepper131

Cupcake -

I don't know if you've also considered testing her for sensory issues. It seems they are common these days.

I have two friends who have just gone through the testing and are so thankful - both are boys, but seemingly fine at home, but when in public or social situations, they completely lost it.

It ends up they have an imbalance inside their ears and it throws off their world and reality. They have started occupational therapy to correct the problem. Depending, it can take 3-6 months.

One of the boys I have known since he was born. He had a lot of respiratory problems, ear infections, etc. And this may have been a factor in the development.

Yes I was told she does have sensory issues. Her peditrican didn't seem concerned about it. She used to hold her ears a lot when she was younger, we thought maybe she had an ear infection but her doctor said her ears were fine.

[5stones]

Get her to an ENT specialist.

On school districts Keller is building a new facility for special needs kids, They do have a good inclusion program at the elem level. Willis lane Elem has a great program. LD/IEP's etc... are really improving wand with the new facility have really moved into the forfront.

I know you were looking only at "new" housing but there are alot of very nice existing houses in Keller propper in your price range. Lakes of Highland Oaks is one very nice neighborhood with more trees and larger yards.

There are a couple of schools in the area designed for special needs that do a fantastic job...

The Shelton school in Dallas is one that comes highly recommeded Shelton School - Home
(they do have apreschool program)

The Winston school in Dallas (1st-12th) Please wait...

And the Hill school in Ft worth (2nd-12th) Educating Students with Learning Differences - Hill School

ALL of those should do testing for your child etc...

Disability Information and Referral Center, Learning Differences Guide - Texas State Library

[pepper131]

I might be a good time for an evaluation. Maybe ask other parents for a referral - sounds like your Dr is not the one to ask.

[Big G]

Originally Posted by pepper131

Cupcake -

I don't know if you've also considered testing her for sensory issues. It seems they are common these days.

I have two friends who have just gone through the testing and are so thankful - both are boys, but seemingly fine at home, but when in public or social situations, they completely lost it.

It ends up they have an imbalance inside their ears and it throws off their world and reality. They have started occupational therapy to correct the problem. Depending, it can take 3-6 months.

One of the boys I have known since he was born. He had a lot of respiratory problems, ear infections, etc. And this may have been a factor in the development.

+1 on this. Most of the autistic kids I've seen (including my brother) do not scream - they prefer to communicate as little as possible. Sensory issues seem more likely (and not as severe a problem as autism).

[nmnita]

Originally Posted by Big G

If your daughter might be autistic, the WORST thing you could do for her is put her in a private school. With the exception of a few schools that specialize in learning differences, they are absolutely not in the business of providing accomodations or special treatments. Honestly, the school would probably kick her out after a few weeks.

The public school system is required by law to provide an education to all comers, and is going to be your best bet for getting your child an education that fits her needs and abilities.

Speaking of which, you should already be in contact with your local school, even at age 3. The district will evaluate your daughter and provide pre-school services as appropriate.

That screaming is not normal 3-year-old behavior, and it sounds to me like evaluation and treatment need to be happening NOW. That type of behavior is beyond "slightly autistic".

good idea. Contact the school to see what they recommend.

Nita