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Education - What you need to know to help your child get the best out of school, college and university.

As your child will spend a major part of his life growing up in school, then hopefully college and university, this is such a key area. If your child can get into a good and supportive school it can have such a profound impact on his/her quality of life, future prospects and also improve life at home. However there are also a number of schools that don't really understand Aspergers and this can obviously have a very negative impact.

 

This department will give you as a parent the tools, strategies and ideas that you need to ensure that your child has a better experience in school. Whether that's adding little improvements to an already helpful school, or helping you to to challenge and advocate strongly for your child at a school that you feel is really not helping. Also this department will offer information and advice if you are in the very common situation of your child behaving well at school and not so well at home (or vice versa!) ...

Right now, if he will make it in regular school next year, he just came out of pre K.
Right now, if he will make it in regular school next year, he just came out of pre K. Your child's success is very important. Children with Aspergers can encounter problems in school when school personnel do not know how to handle your son's differences. Do not worry about him in school next year. You should plan in advance so that your son has the best year that he possibly can in school next year. . . . keep reading
That my child with Aspergers will be able to get the support that he needs at school, which will enable him to achieve the qualifications that he is capable of.
That my child with Aspergers will be able to get the support that he needs at school, which will enable him to achieve the qualifications that he is capable of. This is a real concern that you have for your child with Aspergers, and many other parents have this same concern. It is possible for your child to receive a quality education so that he can achieve his educational goal and aspirations. . . . keep reading
What colleges in the United States are best for students with Asperger's?
What colleges in the United States are best for students with Asperger's? When the time comes to think about college, Asperger's Syndrome is no longer the obstacle it once was. More teens and young adults on the Autism Spectrum than ever before are headed to post secondary education. Whether it is a local community college, a vocational or technical school, or a four year university, there are choices at all levels for your student. . . . keep reading
How can we motivate or encourage children with Asperger's to take responsibility for what happens after high school?
How can we motivate or encourage children with Asperger's to take responsibility for what happens after high school? Adulthood can be a difficult transition for kids with Asperger's. High school is often a negative experience, especially in the area of social relationships. Since high school is meant to be a gateway into adulthood, a negative experience can set up a teen with Asperger's Syndrome for a poor transition into the adult world. The parents and support team of a teen with Asperger's Syndrome will have to develop a plan to help ease this transition. . . . keep reading
Can you give me tips on how to choose the right high school for my child with Asperger's?
Can you give me tips on how to choose the right high school for my child with Asperger's? For children with Asperger's, high school can be very overwhelming. Finding the right high school for your teen can positively influence his attitude towards his future. Many people have no choice in the matter other than the local public high school due to limited finances and a lack of alternatives. If you have access to more than one high school option for your child, your teen and your family are very fortunate. . . . keep reading
I want to help my son with career choices and I feel at a loss. His only interests seem to be in music and that severely limits his options. How can I get him to be open to trying new things?
I want to help my son with career choices and I feel at a loss.  His only interests seem to be in music and that severely limits his options.  How can I get him to be open to trying new things? Children and teens with Asperger's Syndrome can and do make successful career choices. Gone are the days when people on the Autism Spectrum were overlooked by well-meaning medical professionals, teachers, and potential employers. Colleges, businesses, and major corporations are actively recruiting young adults with Asperger's Syndrome due to some of the characteristics that lead to the diagnosis. For example, high intelligence, academic excellence, and integrity are positive qualities many people with Asperger's Syndrome possess, that carry over well into post secondary education and the business world. . . . keep reading
Can you give me tips on how to help my child with Asperger's cope with primary to high school transition?
Can you give me tips on how to help my child with Asperger's cope with primary to high school transition? Life's basic transitions can be very difficult for children with Asperger's. Primary students must accept the transition to high school, just as young children must learn to transition to primary school from the home setting. As you know, transition is a major problem for people with Asperger's Syndrome. . . . keep reading
What suggestions do you have for Parents whose child with Aspergers is entering Post Primary Education, given the wide spectrum and the wide range in abilities?
What suggestions do you have for Parents whose child with Aspergers is entering Post Primary Education, given the wide spectrum and the wide range in abilities? It is not only important, but also necessary for parents to advocate for their child with Aspergers. Education for the older child can make a difference in the child's self-esteem, future success, and independence. Educational professionals may be knowledgeable about the condition, but will have no idea how the condition affects your child. Due to the wide spectrum and the wide range of abilities, it is necessary for the school staff to know exactly how your child is affected. Here are a few suggestions you may find helpful. . . . keep reading
Aspergers Education - How can my son with Aspergers cope with feeling left out and not included in school?
Aspergers Education - How can my son with Aspergers cope with feeling left out and not included in school? Children with Asperger's Syndrome often find the school environment to be a negative experience. The lack of social and communication skills interfere with everything from classroom learning to recess on the playground. The difficulties your son experiences in these areas severely affect his ability to make and keep friends, to control and balance his behavior, and to prevent bullying and isolation. It is hard to cope with these situations. . . . keep reading
Aspergers Education - Does my daughter with Aspergers have to stay in mainstream or would she be happier in a special school?
Aspergers Education - Does my daughter with Aspergers have to stay in mainstream or would she be happier in a special school? Children with Aspergers Syndrome can be successful in a variety of educational settings. Choosing the best possible educational setting for your daughter with Aspergers Syndrome will depend on the available choices in your community and on your personal financial ability, among other stipulations. The individual preferences of you and your daughter, as well as your long-term goals for her future will also affect your choice of school setting. . . . keep reading
Aspergers Education - How do parents become aware of and obtain the proper support for their child with Aspergers in the school setting?
Aspergers Education - How do parents become aware of and obtain the proper support for their child with Aspergers in the school setting? It is important that parents realize they are the most important advocate available to their child with Aspergers. School personnel are generally thrilled to work with concerned and involved parents. However, special education is expensive and most school districts are very limited in the number of students they can serve well. That does not change the school's legal obligations, but it may change what you have to do to receive the proper support for your child. . . . keep reading
Aspergers Education - What is better for my Aspergers child - being integrated into a class of 40 kids with an assistant or to be in a small class of eight with two staff and integrated during the week in specific classes?
Aspergers Education - What is better for my Aspergers child - being integrated into a class of 40 kids with an assistant or to be in a small class of eight with two staff and integrated during the week in specific classes? Educators are able to choose from a few different forms of educational assistance for children with Aspergers Syndrome. Available services may differ within each school system. As the parent of a child with Aspergers Syndrome, it is important to know what is offered by your local school system, how successful the program is, and if the program is a good fit for your child. It is common to hear of families moving from their communities in search of better opportunities within the special education department. . . . keep reading
Aspergers Education - My son has Aspergers, how can I get his teachers to realize he is smarter than his peers
Aspergers Education - My son has Aspergers, how can I get his teachers to realize he is smarter than his peers My son has Aspergers, how can I get his teachers to realize he is smarter than his peers are and acts out because he doesn't want to learn things he already knows? He is actually calmer with children 1 or 2 years older than he is. . . . keep reading
Aspergers Education - Where would I start in looking at home schooling my son with Aspergers?
Aspergers Education - Where would I start in looking at home schooling my son with Aspergers? Education can be complicated for families dealing with Asperger's. Homeschooling is an option that is gaining in popularity in the special needs population. Homeschooling allows parents to give a child one-on-one attention in academic studies and in therapy activities. Homeschooling takes less time, freeing families to pursue hobbies and special interests, both together and individually . . . keep reading
How exactly should we to talk to teachers about getting accommodations for our children?
How exactly should we to talk to teachers about getting accommodations for our children? Developing an educational plan can be very beneficial for children with Asperger's Syndrome. Even though your child may be average or even above average in intelligence, he probably has several areas of struggle that can be improved with the right accommodations. In order to obtain special services or accommodations, you will need to work with your child's physician and his school administration. Here are some suggested steps you can take to begin the process. . . . keep reading
Aspergers Education - My son has Aspergers and his lack of cognitive skills has made it all but impossible for him to attend public school. I have homeschooled him for two years now. Everything is black and white and there is no in-between. He cannot summarize things or put them in his own words. He repeats everything exactly as he heard or read it. Do you have any ideas on how I can help him with this?
Aspergers Education - My son has Aspergers and his lack of cognitive skills has made it all but impossible for him to attend public school.  I have homeschooled him for two years now.   Everything is black and white and there is no in-between.  He cannot summarize things or put them in his own words.  He repeats everything exactly as he heard or read it.  Do you have any ideas on how I can help him with this? Normal to superior cognitive development is the one factor that makes the difference between a diagnosis of classic Autism and Asperger's Syndrome. However, what seems like a lack of cognitive ability is probably a combination of cognitive challenges. The problems you are witnessing in regards to your son's educational abilities are typical for children with Asperger's Syndrome. . . . keep reading
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