My little dude started school. Prince goes twice a week to a school that works with his quirks. They are able to deal with the things he does. He goes a total of 4.5 hours a week. He sees an OT and Speech Pathologist as well.
To get him in this school was not an easy process.
See we have TriCare and they needed an IEP (individualized education plan) for him to continue his speech services out in the civilian world (ie: out of school, where state and the federal government cover the costs). I had started this process on Janruary 11th, before he even turned 3. (When the kiddos turn 3 that is when the school districts can take over and manage care) I did not have his actual meeting until April 13th! This is actually not normal. We had Spring Break mixed in there and the coordinators mother had passed away, whe was the only one who takes speech cases. (go figure) I would not have been such a pain about it execpt for the fact that because TriCare did not have that plan they cut his services. Meaning, no speech unless we paid for it. This was close to $100 a week! eeekk... So I had to jump on the ball.
It was more of a headache then anything... Not hard, just paper work and a time.
Anywho, little dude now goes to school. A big kid school. Not a private school.
He is doing really well. He does have issues engaging with the other kids and will only talk to his teacher for the most part. We have faith that he will get there and do well. I have discussed with the school Princess goes to about his situation and if we can get him semi potty trained then he will be able to attend there next year!
I am really proud of him. He has a bit of an issue letting go at times but then again, he is only 3 and emotionally behind. It is to be expected.
I must say, as a mom with a son on the lower end of the spectrum, it is hard to let go. It is hard knowing that you are not always going to be there to take care of him. As hard as it is to fit into my schedule I have fought with myself mentally and we are letting Prince ride the bus home. It is teacher-teacher-parent exchange. They will also get him a harness for the bus, somewhat like a carseat. I am super nervous but at the same time I can not be in two places at once.
I will keep you updated with this schooling process. It is so different from private that I am a bit overwhelmed. I know I can be through it but he is just my baby.....
