Know a public school w/Asperger's program? (Philadelphia, Darby: school district, professionals)

[cipmec]

My son is in first grade and was just diagnosed with Asperger's. We are currently in the city and our public school is not a good fit for our son. Is anyone aware of a school district in the greater Philadelphia area that supports families and children with AS? Thanks!

[orrmobl]

Maybe try contacting ASCEND..
Philadelphia Region
ASCEND

For parents of children with Asperger syndrome. Professionals and educators are invited to speaker meetings. Sharing information on schooling, resources, therapies, treatments and any other issues that affect AS children and their families is the goal of this group. that affect AS children and their families is the goal of this group.

Meeting Times:
Second Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. Meetings alternate between support/information gathering sessions (for parents and caretakers) and speaker meetings (all are invited). NOTE: No meetings in July and August, but families gather for a picnic in July. Meetings resume in September.

Location:
Grace Chapel
Eagle and Darby Roads
Havertown, PA

Contact:
Deirdre Wright at (610) 449-6776 or dcwright@ascendgroup.org

Visit their web site at ASCEND Group :: The Asperger Syndrome Alliance for Greater Philadephia

[billb7581]

I know they have a autisic class at my son's school. A few of the high functioning kids are in his Developmental Kindergarten class. I think that's different than Asperger's though.

Cinnaminson NJ BTW.

[from PA]

Originally Posted by cipmec

My son is in first grade and was just diagnosed with Asperger's. We are currently in the city and our public school is not a good fit for our son. Is anyone aware of a school district in the greater Philadelphia area that supports families and children with AS? Thanks!

Try Upper Merion School district in Montgomery County.