RE: Re: high schools for high functioning students

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For the magnet schools, children in high school have to score at least a 3 on the FCATs.  I asked if they make an exception for children with IEP’s and I was told no From: sList [mailto:sList ] On Behalf Of Glenda LouSent: Monday, March 05, 2012 11:15 AMTo: sList Subject: Re: high schools for high functioning students For a public school McFatter High School (magnet program) is a good school. For a private school, you could check W. Independence High - (9540 792-0004 they are in Southwest Ft. Lauderdale. A friend sent her daughter to the school on McKay, but her child was not high functioning. The school works with a diverse group of students. They also offer transitional training to their students. Glenda>> > > > Can anyone r ecommend a High School for  a fairly high functioning student with autism in Broward County? I am trying to find a scho ol where the staff is knowledgeable about the needs of a child with autism and is willing to implement the strategies necesary to help them function in school, such as social stories, sensory diet if needed, accomodations in curriculum, fostering social skills, etc. > > > > I know that this is hard to find, but I was hoping someone on the list might have had a really posititve High School experience.  > > > > Can you please email me privately at:jodi854@...? >