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Old 10-05-2010, 03:39 AM
 
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A lot of good info on the thread by pansygal. I sincerely like that thread.

Here's my question...and probably one that has been discussed elsewhere on this forum.

Has anything really changed in regards to mainlander haoles relocating to Hawaii? Especially as it pertains to haole kids. I guess the real question is.... how are haole kids treated differently now as opposed to 20+ years ago...if at all?

We have three REALLY haole kids (Blonde hair/Blue eyes/fair skinned) that will be going to school in the Kailua Town area (7, 7, and 8 years of age). They do have special needs (high functioning Autism) and I am mostly concerned about how they will be treated by their peers. In all honesty, that is the only concern I have in this move back to my home state.

Does anyone have any advice as to how I can prepare them for this transition into their new school?

Also, any info on Autism related programs is also appreciated.

Thanks.....
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Old 10-05-2010, 05:24 AM
 
Location: Hawaii/Alabama
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Contact the school principal and set up an appointment with their team so that you can start their IEPs and to decide upon what level of help will be needed for each child (are they all on the AS?).

Arrange for the kids to meet with their teachers and to see the classrooms and the school campus so that they have a chance to orient themselves before their first day of school.

It may be possible for a "buddy" to be assigned to them so that they have someone to show them about.

Since they will be in Kailua there is usually a fair amount of Marine Corps. kids in school so there are usually many kids from the Mainland in school.

Good luck with the move and welcome home!
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Old 10-05-2010, 12:36 PM
 
Location: Moku Nui, Hawaii
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Is that Kailua on Oahu or Kailua on the Big Island? I would think Kailua on Oahu would have more services than Kailua in the Kona district (Big Island).
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Old 10-05-2010, 05:38 PM
 
Location: Hawaii/Alabama
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Here are some resources that you may find helpful:

www.autismspeaks.org/community/fsdb/category.php?...

www.autism-pdd.net/links/hawaii.html

www.allstateguttershi.com

www.pacificautismcenter.com/ -

www.autismlink.com/locations/view/12

209.200.89.252/search_site/detail.cfm?program_id=882

www.autismbehaviorconsulting.com/ -

My youngest son (now 22) has Asperger's and it has been a long, hard road. Get as much help as you can while they are young because as soon as they turn 18 (or graduate HS) all services cease and there is no place to turn for help.

If you find that you have any issues with the services at school do not hesitate to contact the Superintendent.

You may also find this link helpful:

Special Education




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Old 10-05-2010, 09:21 PM
 
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Contact the school principal and set up an appointment with their team so that you can start their IEPs and to decide upon what level of help will be needed for each child (are they all on the AS?).

Arrange for the kids to meet with their teachers and to see the classrooms and the school campus so that they have a chance to orient themselves before their first day of school.

It may be possible for a "buddy" to be assigned to them so that they have someone to show them about.

Since they will be in Kailua there is usually a fair amount of Marine Corps. kids in school so there are usually many kids from the Mainland in school.

Good luck with the move and welcome home!
Yes, they are all on the Spectrum.

Thank you for the suggestions, we'll be doing exactly what you suggested.
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Old 10-05-2010, 09:22 PM
 
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Is that Kailua on Oahu or Kailua on the Big Island? I would think Kailua on Oahu would have more services than Kailua in the Kona district (Big Island).
My bad. Kailua Oahu.
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Old 10-05-2010, 09:31 PM
 
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Here are some resources that you may find helpful:

www.autismspeaks.org/community/fsdb/category.php?...

www.autism-pdd.net/links/hawaii.html

www.allstateguttershi.com

www.pacificautismcenter.com/ -

www.autismlink.com/locations/view/12

209.200.89.252/search_site/detail.cfm?program_id=882

www.autismbehaviorconsulting.com/ -

My youngest son (now 22) has Asperger's and it has been a long, hard road. Get as much help as you can while they are young because as soon as they turn 18 (or graduate HS) all services cease and there is no place to turn for help.

If you find that you have any issues with the services at school do not hesitate to contact the Superintendent.

You may also find this link helpful:

Special Education




Thank you for all of your info. We will go through it tonight.

I hear you on the long, hard road. Luckily, our kids have had absolutely phenomenal services here in AZ (Speech, OT, PT, Music Therapy, Hab Workers, Respite Providers, etc.) It hasnt been easy, but the progress that has been made has been absolutely phenomenal. For the longest time, we were concerned that communicable speech would be virtually non-existent in our oldest daughter.

I have not heard a ton of positive discussion regarding services for Spectrum Kids in Hawaii. Then again, I have only heard info through word of mouth from teachers and friends in the island. I am sure that there will be much more to learn from the links you have shared.

Thanks again.
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