Moving to Mandeville (New Orleans, River Ridge, Covington: apartment, safest area, middle school)

[jeanniefc]

We will be relocating to Mandeville, LA, and need information about what school would be best for a 2nd grader with Asperger's (it's one of the autism spectrum disorders). He reads, writes (poorly), etc. but has serious issues with socialization. I understand the schools are wonderful there. Any feedback? We also have a middle school kid, so need a good place for him as well.

[dderbas]

Hi J - Did you move there already? What has your experience been with the Special Ed programs? We have a FASD 5th grade adopted son who has issues similiar to your child (and a normal 7th grader). We are considering moving to Mandeville from Chicago area and I would love to hear how your experience is going.

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Thanks. D

[STLNolaWoj]

I moved from Chicago to Mandeville almost 4 months ago, couldn't be happier. I don't know much about the schools, however I can guarantee this is the safest area out of the entire surrounding N.O. area. Very safe and family oriented town. I'm a 26 year old college student and I'm like the only one driving around at night after 10pm lol. DEFINITELY a quiet area. The only downfall is the northshore (Mandeville, Covington, etc) is a little bit overpriced in my opinion. I pay 750 for a small 2 BR apartment but in the end I still think its worth it when I can sit outside at night and not have to worry as if I was in New Orleans...

[Micktooth]

We used to live in River Ridge on the South Shore. We have a daughter with special needs both physically and mentally. Unfortunately we found the services in Louisiana to be terrible! We moved to Colorado and couldn't be happier. I know this might not be what you were looking for, but I just wanted to give you my experience as a parent of a child with special needs. Good luck!