IEP Dx Problem

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History:

I adopted my son 1 1/2 years ago...at age 7 he received his first IEP

under the dx of Emotional Disturbance. He lived in 8 different foster

homes before being placed with us...and we adopted.

His dx through DSM IV is Reactive attachment Disorder; Depressive

Disorder; Academic Problems; Sexual Abuse Victim; Loss of bio home;

foster placement; social skills difficulties; atypical behaviors; and

communication problems.

Recently, he received a Dx of Aspergers...

He has been to children's hosp. and tested for chromosomal

abnormalities (fragile X) and came back normal. He is being referred

to neurology to be tested for other problems such as fetal development

disorders...he has very simple palmar creases as well as mild

dysmorphic facial features. Overall his appearance and actions are

very apparent that he is special needs.

He tests low normal IQ as low as 79 and as high as 88. He is in

special ed as well as mainstreamed. He lacks fine motor skills and

social skills. His work is modified due to lack of concentration and

effort; however, he tests academically within normal of his peers.

Present:

I requested IEP reassessment because my son cannot get OT or tested

for learning disabilities under dx of emotional disturbance.

I feel like his dx can be changed to Autism due to his AS diagnosis;

however, I was just informed that his reevaluation was conducted and

he is going to remain with Dx of Emotional Disturbance because he does

not fall under Autism.

I feel an injustice is being done to my child and his educational

needs are not being met. Every IEP...it is said that teachers will

inform parents of child's assignments...and it's never done. He seems

to go to class and wave in and out of attention...not do any work and

keep getting passed to next grade level.

I have signed up for an IEP Workshop and will meet with an advocate.

but his IEP is tomorrow and nothing is going to get changed. What do

I need to overrule the assessment?

Also, has anyone noticed that Asperger's Disorder under the

Educational Guidelines holds the same Behaviors as Emotional

Disturbance? I am at a loss...any help is appreciated. Thank you.