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After my son was kicked out of preschool/daycare for his behavior (before any dx) I was wondering what to do as far as schooling went going forward. I quit my job at that point and he's been home with me for almost 4 months. I was contemplating putting him back in preschool, but when I brought it up to his dr., she said 'I don't think you understand how intelligent he is.' After thinking about it more, I guess it makes sense that you wouldn't want to put a AS/ADHD kid in a situation where his peers are learning to identify the letters of the alphabet when he's already reading. It would be a disruptive and destructive nightmare. So the problem I face (as I'm sure many of you have) is that my child is ready for school academically, but not socially. I have read so many posts on here about all the trouble that these school districts are putting you and your families through. It's horrible and it makes me so sad. I think

that I'm leaning towards homeschooling, but I'm a little nervous to do so partially b/c it is illegal in California. For those of you that do it, how rigid of a schedule do you keep with your AS kids? Also, if you have younger kids, how do you include them? Any input you could give would be much appreciated. I look at all of you s-a-h moms with nothing but admiration. I feel like a fish out of water (as I've only been one for 4 months), but I only want the best for my child and it seems no matter where we go, no one has enough care or concern for him for me to trust him in their care all day long.Thanks,

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Hi

Homeschooling is an option. I considered it at one point, but found another school that was a good fit for my son. i'm sure there on this board that could go into the topic of homeschooling.

What do you think the pediatrician meant by his response? Do you think he was saying skip preschool and go to K? Homeschool?

My son was academically fabulous but behind socially. I felt if I held him back for social reasons he would be bored stiff if I held him back. We always just tried to help him work on his social skills. Plus, his school was very helpful working with us. He wasn't diagnosed at that time. If he had been, perhaps there were other opitions that would help. Nowadays, there are social building groups out there and specialty schools.

(I swear, I learn something new on this list everyday!)

Good luck

Mims

From: Leavitt <michelleleavitt25@...>Subject: ( ) Homeschooling Date: Wednesday, April 9, 2008, 4:11 AM

After my son was kicked out of preschool/daycare for his behavior (before any dx) I was wondering what to do as far as schooling went going forward. I quit my job at that point and he's been home with me for almost 4 months. I was contemplating putting him back in preschool, but when I brought it up to his dr., she said 'I don't think you understand how intelligent he is.' After thinking about it more, I guess it makes sense that you wouldn't want to put a AS/ADHD kid in a situation where his peers are learning to identify the letters of the alphabet when he's already reading. It would be a disruptive and destructive nightmare. So the problem I face (as I'm sure many of you have) is that my child is ready for school academically, but not socially. I have read so many posts on here about all the trouble that these school districts are putting you and your families through. It's horrible and it makes me so

sad. I think that I'm leaning towards homeschooling, but I'm a little nervous to do so partially b/c it is illegal in California. For those of you that do it, how rigid of a schedule do you keep with your AS kids? Also, if you have younger kids, how do you include them? Any input you could give would be much appreciated. I look at all of you s-a-h moms with nothing but admiration. I feel like a fish out of water (as I've only been one for 4 months), but I only want the best for my child and it seems no matter where we go, no one has enough care or concern for him for me to trust him in their care all day long.Thanks,__________________________________________________

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San Diego has a great program called the STARS program that works out very well for Asperger's kids for elementary and middle school kids.LizHi All, California has a few good Aspie Public Schools. Santa Clarita ( S. Hart) does, Cupertino (Fremont Union), and a lot of private schools. Orion (private) is in Northern CA and there is another one there too. But the private schools are really pricey too. I almost moved to Santa Clarita for their program. I talked with their special ed director and their teachers and they really "get" our kids. Shauna

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On Dec 8, 6:03am, Leavitt wrote:

} There are quite a few people around here that I know that homeschool. It has

been illegal I believe since the 70s because of truancy, I believe. The

government doesn't really do anything about it though. There was recently a

family that was " homeschooling " their kids here in California and they were just

using that as a cover. The children were being abused and getting no education.

That kind of brought the whole illegal thing to the front of everyone's mind.

I haven't been following this much, but homeschooling has definitely not

been illegal in California since the 70's. More info on the current case

can be found here: http://www.hsc.org/

Willa

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We do Virtual School here, in Wi, too. It's been a blessing. I may just pull my other ones!!!! Ake <lessen@...> wrote: I am in San Diego, California and I homeschool my son through Greater San Diego Academy and they supply all the material free and keep record. It is legal and it has been a blessing for my son who was in the public system until a few months ago. He is SO much happier now. He has made some friends through field trips and they were such nice kids. I think doing social

activities with the same few kids is much better than seeing kids he didn't CHOOSE to be around EVERY day ALL day!jennifer_thorson <jennifer_thorson > wrote: California has a virtual school run by the public schools. I live in Oakland and my daughter is enrolled in the San Mateo county public school. The cirriculum is great and we received a computer and most school supplies.> > > After my son was kicked out of preschool/daycare for his behavior (before any dx) I was wondering what to do as far as schooling went going forward. I quit my job at that point and he's been home with me for almost 4 months. I was contemplating putting him back in

preschool, but when I brought it up to his dr., she said 'I don't think you understand how intelligent he is.' After thinking about it more, I guess it makes sense that you wouldn't want to put a AS/ADHD kid in a situation where his peers are learning to identify the letters of the alphabet when he's already reading. It would be a disruptive and destructive nightmare. So the problem I face (as I'm sure many of you have) is that my child is ready for school academically, but not socially. I have read so many posts on here about all the trouble that these school districts are putting you and your families through. It's horrible and it makes me so sad. I think that I'm leaning towards homeschooling, but I'm a little nervous to do so partially b/c it is illegal in California. For those of you that do it, how rigid of a schedule do you keep with your AS kids? Also, if you have younger kids, how do you include them? Any

input you could give would be much appreciated. I look at all of you s-a-h moms with nothing but admiration. I feel like a fish out of water (as I've only been one for 4 months), but I only want the best for my child and it seems no matter where we go, no one has enough care or concern for him for me to trust him in their care all day long.Thanks,> __________________________________________________

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, congratulations! I'm so glad he's happier now! I hear SD is reallly hot (temperature-wise) now. We come back to SD in July. I'm really eager to get back and get settled.LizOn Apr 12, 2008, at 6:25 PM, Ake wrote:I am in San Diego, California and I homeschool my son through Greater San Diego Academy and they supply all the material free and keep record. It is legal and it has been a blessing for my son who was in the public system until a few months ago. He is SO much happier now. He has made some friends through field trips and they were such nice kids. I think doing social activities with the same few kids is much better than seeing kids he didn't CHOOSE to be around EVERY day ALL day!

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Hi!

I'm new here and really looking forward to getting some new ideas,

info, and tools to use with my 11yo dd. We homeschool in California

and it is LEGAL. Your children must be enrolled in a school, but that

school can be a private school in your home, a private school with a

home study program, a public charter school, or a home study program

with your local school district. You can also homeschool using a tutor

or as a credentialed teacher, but the regulations for that are more

taxing, so most people create their own private school or join another

program.

If anyone wants more details, check out www.californiahomeschool.net

They explain all the legal options and requirements, the ed codes, and

have an amazing support system.

We have really enjoyed homeschooling our dd, and I truly believe it has

made a huge difference in her progress, especially socially.

Tupelo

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Our 12 year old has been put on hombound ....things are just to hard for him in school

teachers bullies sensory the teacher comes to the house 3 times a week then we take it from there homeschooling but maybe still might get therapies that we have fought for for two years but i dout it ......I am just gonna try to get him the best help possible with socializing but i think the way he is is for his education to be very good because he really doesnt care for people to much he always just wants one friend but usually asked them to leave casue the are getting on his nerves ..........He loves computors so i will probally use time 4 learning to you can email me any time i am in kentucky where are you

Hi, I am trying to determine if homeschooling would be better for my12 year old Asperger son. He will be entering 7th grade. I wanted tohear about other;s experience with homeschooling. Are they stillpicked on? Are they less stressed not having to deal with lunch, gym,extras? Where do you get tutoring for him and what activities arethey involved in.any help or experience that can be shared with me would be appreicated.carol

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> any help or experience that can be shared with me would be

>appreicated.>>>>>>>>>>>>

Carol,

I would recommend that you check out http://www.hslda.org/

first as it has lots of info and you can find your state and see what

the laws are for your state. Some states you have to report to

someone each year with what you are going to teach as in subjects.

Also do a group search for homeschool groups in your state

and try the city you live in also as they can support you and help

you as you make this choice.

Also make sure that your husband is on board with homeschooling so

that he can use what he knows to teach your son as well. There are

lots of things that a dad can teach his child such as making things

out of wood or fixing things etc....

Good Luck

Marj

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Gen,

I read up on the laws here in NY and they require so much reporting and

testing it is really crazy. My daughter might as well be in public

school!! There is no leeway.

Jen :(

Gen wrote:

>

> Thank you all for your ideas. It seems less structured and more

> creative than I expected. I thought there was a curriculum guideline

> you had to follow and then test your child and summit results along

> the way. I obviously have a lot to learn before attempting this.

>

> Thank you,

> Gen

>

>

>

>

> From: Dawn Falbe <dawn@...>

> Subject: RE: ( ) Homeschooling

>

> Date: Sunday, February 7, 2010, 8:55 PM

>

> * *

>

> *Great response….*

>

> *The only thing I would disagree with is no tv or computer games

> because it doesn’t represent “learning”… From playing video games

> Zak decided what was “wrong” with them for him and has created his

> own that he’s working on getting published. Even Max watching All

> My Children with me is learning. He asks lots of questions about

> real life and relationships and how the Soap Opera can’t be real.

> Also he noticed very quickly that nobody seems to work in AMC and

> how do they afford things? He went off to him room one day and

> created a board with a list of characters and the type of work

> they ought to be suited too if they were ever to work…. So I think

> it depends on what you consider “learning”…. For us all of living

> is about learning.*

>

> * *

>

> *With respect*

>

> * *

>

> *Namaste*

>

> * *

>

> *Dawn in Tucson***

>

> *From:* [mailto:AspergersSu

> pport@group s.com] *On Behalf Of *jm.smoldt

> *Sent:* Sunday, February 07, 2010 6:48 PM

> *To:*

> *Subject:* Re: ( ) Homeschooling

>

> I did a lot of googling. There are many homeschooling styles and a

> simple search will explain a lot of them. Google homeschool state

> standards for your state and that should give you an idea about

> your state's requirements. We gather our curriculum from a variety

> of sources Sam's club carries workbooks seasonally, Target has

> wipe off practice books that are great for writing practice, There

> is a teacher's aid store near here that carries literally

> everything! We tend to make a new school purchase on a monthly

> basis, usually no more than ten dollars. We got new science kits

> last month and a new math book this month. There are no groups in

> our immediate area but we find ways to get social time through

> church groups and our son will be starting karate in a few months.

> Really there are so many styles and it will probably take a year

> to really find you groove and be more comfortable. We have been

> homeschooling for about a year now and are really settling into

> what works for us. We err on the side of unschooling as everything

> is child led. He decides what to do when for the most part with

> some guidance. He has times during the day in which he is supposed

> to do school. He loves workbooks so most of the time that is what

> he does with assistance. He also enjoys computer math games,

> crafts, exploring maps and globes, flash cards, learning games,

> reading, etc. Pretty much we say no tv, video games, etc, until he

> has done some " learning time " . He loves the schoolwork so we

> usually don't have too many problems. Best advice, google, and

> decide what might work for you.

>

>

> >

> >

> > From: jm.smoldt <jm.smoldt@.. .>

> > Subject: ( ) Re: A rough week....

> >

> </mc/compose?to= %40>

> > Date: Friday, February 5, 2010, 10:48 AM

> >

> >

> >

> > How do we do it? I homeschool! I gave up on the school district in

> > preschool. I started homeschooling and there is no way I will

> ever put him

> > back in public school. He does so much better at home.. He was

> getting in

> > trouble all the time for stupid things like licking his hands.

> He actually

> > missed library time for licking his hands. I know it is gross

> but how is

> > that a big deal. He had stimming behaviors that included

> licking. I was just

> > glad he wasn't licking other kids. lol. They forced him into the

> bathroom

> > which was one of his phobias even though they were informed that

> they were

> > not to force him under any circumstances. When he had Christmas

> break and it

> > was time to go back to school he had such a huge meltdown that I

> couldn't

> > bear to send him back. We started homeschooling and he has done

> so great. He

> > loves being able to work at his own pace and choose some of his own

> > activities. Granted he is only 6 so we will see how things go,

> but I have no

> > intentions of putting him back in. Right now he is so ahead in

> math and

> > reading but has a fine motor delay that severely effects his

> writing, so I

> > think it would be hard for the schools to provide an environment

> where he

> > was not bored. I am certain if he was in public school he would

> be causing

> > trouble out of boredom and frustration as well.

> >

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Someone on this list had mentioned the homeschooling

groups for Aspies.  Could you post it again please.

I was at our homeschooling meeting all day today and it’s such a

wonderful feeling to see all the teenagers together for about 3 hours chatting

and Zak is always included and treated just like everyone else.  In fact I don’t

think any of them notice of if they do they don’t say anything.

It’s really emotionally difficult  to stay on a list where

school is the main problem and in my experience even more damaging for aspies

than neurotypical kids.  School is damaging enough for “normal†kids let alone

aspies…

If any of you can do it then homeschool.  Find  a way… create

work that you can do around your child.  Do it with others, change your

lifestyle.  It’s so much easier.  Zak is calmer, doesn’t have the stress he

used too, he sleeps better and spends time doing what he loves and is

passionate (some say obsessed) about, has experiences with other humans that

are enjoyable.

Just a thought.

Namaste

Dawn in Tucson

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Behalf Of rushen janice

Sent: Tuesday, February 16, 2010 4:28 PM

Subject: Re: ( ) Two Questions :) obsessions response

I

agree 100%. My son was into Batman for the longest time. My

neighbor gave him a homemade cape and he wore it all the time...every

where....the only time I didn't was when he was on his little bike...i told him

he might get it caught int he spokes...he was more worried about tearing

the cape then hurting himself.

Then

it was Power Rangers...and he went everywhere in the costume ...he even carried

the sword.

Now

he is in 8th grade and he likes his hair long....we let him...it is not worth a

battle. He wears short sleeves all year round. And, one

summer he would not wear shorts...and he won't wear sandals.

They

go thru their obsessions and usually move on. My son finally wore a long

sleeve button down dress shirt, tie and dress pants to the concert....of course

he ripped them off after the concert was done...but years before he would never

even wear one.

Jan

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face= " Arial Black " color= " #7f007f " > " I will try to

be open to all avenues of wisdom and hope " </font></em>

From: Ruthie and

Dolezal <DOLEZAL123@...>

<Aspergers Treatment >

Sent: Mon, February 15, 2010 9:34:52 PM

Subject: RE: ( ) Two Questions :) obsessions response

We 'played in to' it with our 16 year old, and the expense and amounts

we paid were up to us (meaning, he didn't get everything he wanted with it)--

he had numerous obsessions: 17 months- 3 years of age, he was in to

dinosaurs and knew more about 24 or so types and kinds of dinosaurs, called

them all by names, and I got him books (bought a FEW but tons from the library)

and we dove in together; that died out (same time, he was in to suits and

wore one in about 90 degree temps TO THE ZOO with his cowboy boots: then,

he was people (Sammy Sosa all one summer and would only wear Sammy's

uniform---we bought 2 so we could wash and this went on about 3 months

LITERALLY--- you called him , he corrected you----we called him ,

then SAMMY!------ --the phases ALL pass!!!! EXCEPT, he IS a sports nut;

good at basketball (himself), and has a football team, basketball team, golf

star, and baseball team that he follows and knows everything (SERIOUSLY) about

them and their histories (as well as a lot of other teams but he will make an

amazing recruiter, scout, something like that one day----he is AMAZING with

this information and it has grown us all together as a family!

WE TOOK HIM TO SEE LEBRON JAMES play basketball and had 19th row seats

(Christmas 2006---still best Christmas ever for our family and may always

be!). We all had jerseys, and we just went with it. He has ENRICHED

ALL OUR LIVES (our son!). We watch more sports than we ever would have

ourselves, and really, the 'weirdness' obsessiveness is just NOT the

same---really, it is VERY MANLY and NORMAL

NOW!!!!! MEN chatting sound just like our son!

Our 8 year old Aspies is obsessed with office supplies and we have had to

handle him differently as he takes my stuff all the time (which IS

stealing) and I can NEVER FIND ANYTHING! We have dealt with IT

differently. He also is obsessed with dressing up (suits) but his phase

is 2nd grade and now; he LOOKS GREAT IN A SUIT (we say that because our 7

year old whom is N.T. doesn't really!); however, it makes him WEIRD / different

and NOT LIKE HIS CLASSMATES IN 3rd grade, so part of his waiver programming

includes THAT, and last year, we limited him to once per week; this year, twice

he has been allowed to wear a suit----as HE NEEDS TO FIT IN so that

is what we are supporting.

SO, basically, if it is something harmless to the child, at their age,

(long vs short hair; pants v. shorts even if hot, HARMLESS!) then do it;

if it will make other kids tease them because of their age then, is

outside of your home, something like that, we have been advised to 'keep it at

home' and work with them on that (we point it out in public,

etc.----show them that OTHERS are NOT doing as he does at home---type of

thing). HOPE THAT HELPS!

Good Luck

Ruthie Dolezal

Aspergers Treatment

From: fnofsportshotmail (DOT) com

Date: Sun, 14 Feb 2010 22:21:44 -0600

Subject: RE: ( ) Two Questions :)

1) Peoples opinions will vary but generally it

seems to do more harm then good to discourage obsessions. Legos can

help with creativity and making friends too, things that will help him

later on in life.

2) Definately don't stop him from doing what he likes to do, but

if it gets to the point where he no longer likes it near as much and wants

to quit... I donno.

From: caitlinwray@ .ca

Date: Mon, 15 Feb 2010 01:42:02 +0000

Subject: ( ) Two Questions :)

I am in the early stages of researching

Aspergers (my son was diagnosed 4 days ago) but there are two questions I would

really really appreciate an answer for if you've had any experience with these

areas:

1) should we be actively limiting or discouraging his intense fascinations?

Currently it is Lego, and mainly star wars lego. Is limiting or avoiding his

fascinations good or bad for him?

2) should we be reconsidering the music lessons he's been getting (used to be

suzuki violin and he recently moved to piano - his own request) - does this

just add more stress and pressure and require more mental effort that he could

otherwise be redirecting to managing his Aspergers? Or is this good for him?

Thanks very much!!!!

Caitlin

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I would be interested in that group as well. I pulled my 6 year old out of public school and started homeschooling him last year (before his Asperger diagnosis) because he was being treated so poorly (mainly by school staff, not other students). During the appt in which we were given his diagnosis, his doctor said homeschooling was the "worst possible thing to do" because of the lack of socialization, to which I responded "No, the worst possible thing is leaving him in an institution that cannot understand him, cannot educate him, and disrespects him". Simon still gets plenty of socialization, just not all day every day.

Ideally I still want him to go to school, but it needs to the the right school for him. Until we find it, we're homeschooling.

CaitlinEmbracing change as a blessing in disguise at www.welcome-to-normal.com

>> Someone on this list had mentioned the homeschooling for Aspies. Could you post it again please.> > > > I was at our homeschooling meeting all day today and it’s such a wonderful feeling to see all the teenagers together for about 3 hours chatting and Zak is always included and treated just like everyone else. In fact I don’t think any of them notice of if they do they don’t say anything.> > > > It’s really emotionally difficult to stay on a list where school is the main problem and in my experience even more damaging for aspies than neurotypical kids. School is damaging enough for “normal†kids let alone aspies…> > > > If any of you can do it then homeschool. Find a way… create work that you can do around your child. Do it with others, change your lifestyle. It’s so much easier. Zak is calmer, doesn’t have the stress he used too, he sleeps better and spends time doing what he loves and is passionate (some say obsessed) about, has experiences with other humans that are enjoyable.> > > > Just a thought.> > > > Namaste> > > > Dawn in Tucson> > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > From: [mailto: ] On Behalf Of rushen janice> Sent: Tuesday, February 16, 2010 4:28 PM> > Subject: Re: ( ) Two Questions :) obsessions response> > > > > > I agree 100%. My son was into Batman for the longest time. My neighbor gave him a homemade cape and he wore it all the time...every where....the only time I didn't was when he was on his little bike...i told him he might get it caught int he spokes...he was more worried about tearing the cape then hurting himself. > > > > Then it was Power Rangers...and he went everywhere in the costume ...he even carried the sword. > > > > Now he is in 8th grade and he likes his hair long....we let him...it is not worth a battle. He wears short sleeves all year round. And, one summer he would not wear shorts...and he won't wear sandals. > > > > They go thru their obsessions and usually move on. My son finally wore a long sleeve button down dress shirt, tie and dress pants to the concert....of course he ripped them off after the concert was done...but years before he would never even wear one. > > > > Jan> > > <font face="arial black" color="#bf00bf">Janice Rushen</font>> > <font face="Arial Black" color="#bf00bf"></font> & nbsp;> > <em><font face="Arial Black" color="#7f007f">"I will try to be open to all avenues of wisdom and hope"</font></em>> > > > > > _____ > > From: Ruthie and Dolezal DOLEZAL123@...> Aspergers Treatment > Sent: Mon, February 15, 2010 9:34:52 PM> Subject: RE: ( ) Two Questions :) obsessions response> > > > We 'played in to' it with our 16 year old, and the expense and amounts we paid were up to us (meaning, he didn't get everything he wanted with it)--> he had numerous obsessions: 17 months- 3 years of age, he was in to dinosaurs and knew more about 24 or so types and kinds of dinosaurs, called them all by names, and I got him books (bought a FEW but tons from the library) and we dove in together; that died out (same time, he was in to suits and wore one in about 90 degree temps TO THE ZOO with his cowboy boots: then, he was people (Sammy Sosa all one summer and would only wear Sammy's uniform---we bought 2 so we could wash and this went on about 3 months LITERALLY--- you called him , he corrected you----we called him , then SAMMY!------ --the phases ALL pass!!!! EXCEPT, he IS a sports nut; good at basketball (himself), and has a football team, basketball team, golf star, and baseball team that he follows and knows everything (SERIOUSLY) about them and their histories (as well as a lot of other teams but he will make an amazing recruiter, scout, something like that one day----he is AMAZING with this information and it has grown us all together as a family!> > WE TOOK HIM TO SEE LEBRON JAMES play basketball and had 19th row seats (Christmas 2006---still best Christmas ever for our family and may always be!). We all had jerseys, and we just went with it. He has ENRICHED ALL OUR LIVES (our son!). We watch more sports than we ever would have ourselves, and really, the 'weirdness' obsessiveness is just NOT the same---really, it is VERY MANLY and NORMAL NOW!!!!! MEN chatting sound just like our son!> > Our 8 year old Aspies is obsessed with office supplies and we have had to handle him differently as he takes my stuff all the time (which IS stealing) and I can NEVER FIND ANYTHING! We have dealt with IT differently. He also is obsessed with dressing up (suits) but his phase is 2nd grade and now; he LOOKS GREAT IN A SUIT (we say that because our 7 year old whom is N.T. doesn't really!); however, it makes him WEIRD / different and NOT LIKE HIS CLASSMATES IN 3rd grade, so part of his waiver programming includes THAT, and last year, we limited him to once per week; this year, twice he has been allowed to wear a suit----as HE NEEDS TO FIT IN so that is what we are supporting. > > SO, basically, if it is something harmless to the child, at their age, (long vs short hair; pants v. shorts even if hot, HARMLESS!) then do it; if it will make other kids tease them because of their age then, is outside of your home, something like that, we have been advised to 'keep it at home' and work with them on that (we point it out in public, etc.----show them that OTHERS are NOT doing as he does at home---type of thing). HOPE THAT HELPS!> > Good Luck> > Ruthie Dolezal > > _____ > > Aspergers Treatment> From: fnofsportshotmail (DOT) com> Date: Sun, 14 Feb 2010 22:21:44 -0600> Subject: RE: ( ) Two Questions :)> > > > 1) Peoples opinions will vary but generally it seems to do more harm then good to discourage obsessions. Legos can help with creativity and making friends too, things that will help him later on in life.> > 2) Definately don't stop him from doing what he likes to do, but if it gets to the point where he no longer likes it near as much and wants to quit... I donno.> > > _____ > > > From: caitlinwray@ .ca <http://.ca/> > Date: Mon, 15 Feb 2010 01:42:02 +0000> Subject: ( ) Two Questions :)> > > > I am in the early stages of researching Aspergers (my son was diagnosed 4 days ago) but there are two questions I would really really appreciate an answer for if you've had any experience with these areas:> 1) should we be actively limiting or discouraging his intense fascinations? Currently it is Lego, and mainly star wars lego. Is limiting or avoiding his fascinations good or bad for him?> 2) should we be reconsidering the music lessons he's been getting (used to be suzuki violin and he recently moved to piano - his own request) - does this just add more stress and pressure and require more mental effort that he could otherwise be redirecting to managing his Aspergers? Or is this good for him?> Thanks very much!!!!> Caitlin> Embracing change as a blessing in disguise at www.welcome- <http://www.welcome-to-normal.com/> to-normal. com> > > > > > _____ > > Hotmail: Free, trusted and rich email service. Get it <http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/201469228/direct/01/> now.>

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HAHA! you said it! I still recommend looking at HSLDA and making sure you know your rights as a homeschooler. -ConnieFrom: Ruthie and Dolezal <DOLEZAL123@...>Subject: RE: ( ) homeschooling" " <Aspergers Treatment >Date: Thursday, March 25, 2010, 5:28 PM

What state? In Iowa, we have home school assistance programs; I would contact them; the one in n, IA,

at n Independent School, for example, would be more than happy to get someone to talk to you (that is

what WE did when we were 'new' and had to home school our now 16 year old in 8th grade). So, if you have

something like that locally, I WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND IT; they were more than helpful along with great

support, encouragement, and helping me to overcome all the stereotypes associated with home schooling, as

I did NOT BELIEVE IN HOME-SCHOOLING at all when we started our journey (now, I wish ONE of our 3 school

agers would LET ME HOME SCHOOL THEM!).

That being said: SWITCHED ON SCHOOLHOUSE as

a program line was suggested to US when I home schooled our now 16 year old for a period of time,

as there were other parents with Asperger's children using that, and parents / child THRILLED / working

well for them. Our son, well, not much works for long, so I CAN NOT TELL YOU IF IT IS GREAT,

the only program to have, or to avoid it at all costs but I can tell you what I PERSONALLY did with it

was great, and I THOUGHT IT WAS fun, helpful, and perfect for our son but did not have much

experience (not as much as we would have liked anyway).

Depending upon your child's needs and

reasonings for school issues, Switched on Schoolhouse does have programming that COMBINES all

subjects in to one or you can buy them separately, but in our case, professionals recommended condensing

them due to our son's attention span. I put a link below, and you can check it out much better than me

explaining it: that can also help start your 'journey,' as I HAD NO IDEA WHERE TO START OR WHAT TO DO MYSELF when

I had to start home schooling.

Here is a link: (it is JUST AN IDEA---and a start---Alpha Omega provides a lot of resources, so you can probably also

research that and get a few more ideas that way)........ ....GOOD LUCK!!!!!! ENJOY EVERY MINUTE OF IT, and remember,

it is NOT ALL BOOK LEARNING, EITHER!!!! I did NOT know that; field trips are great (and we did those!!!); living

life is reality, and real learning.... ..so, another way to look at it is to think differently, as it is NOT ALL ABOUT BOOK

learning.... ....as a 'mom that didn't get it at first' and was upset when my son would not do the assignments and

by the book, life and reality IS LIVING, so he can cook now, clean now, and we jumped in to things he DID love, and

learned that way (history of baseball, history of wars---wrote papers about things he loved); went grocery shopping

and made him figure out how much it would cost, how much to buy based on our list, etc. (and for our kids, these

skills ARE enormously important, too!). So, do not get caught up in the 'have to do all the subjects all the other kids

in school are doing' rather, remember, learning happens all the time, and HAVE AN OPEN MIND....EVEN YOU WILL BE

AMAZED!!! And, your child's behaviors will most likely improve 10 fold, as you will learn, grow, and re-learn yourself,

all over again! IT IS A BLAST (or I thought it was, and my son is more than challenging; that was minor, and we

both enjoyed it!).

Ruthie Dolezal

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does anyone have any information on homeschooling? where to buy materials, etc? websites? i have an 11 year old boy that was recently kicked out of school, and it looks like we will be homeschooling. i need help! and any info would be great! thanks-

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I do :-D On May 25, 2010, at 10:15 AM, bizeemommie@... wrote:

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We homeschool also and have made it 1/3rd of the way through 11th grade now at a public independant studies program. I am getting tired though and it is getting harder now that it is physics and algebra 2. My brain hurts....

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I do :-D

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Does anyone homeschool their asperger's childSent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry

“Here's to the crazy ones, the misfits, the rebels, the troublemakers, the round pegs in the square holes... the ones who see things differently -- they're not fond of rules... You can quote them, disagree with them, glorify or vilify them, but the only thing you can't do is ignore them because they change things... they push the human race forward, and while some may see them as the crazy ones, we see genius, because the ones who are crazy enough to think that they can change the world, are the ones who do.” - Steve Jobs

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They go with the curriculum/book that we use. He was REALLY helpful and he had a sense of humor to boot. I just keep hoping he will be in the book this next year. we've grown to love him. We had him in Alg 1 and Geometry so far.

The "Khan Academy" which was also mentioned here is at --> http://www.khanacademy.org/ You can scan down the page and there are tons of video's that might help.

Roxanna

Whenever I feel blue, I start breathing again.

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3 equations with 3 unknowns give me headaches and tax my organizational skills. :)

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I do :-D

On May 25, 2010, at 10:15 AM, bizeemommie@ hotmail.com wrote:

Does anyone homeschool their asperger's child

Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry

“Here's to the crazy ones, the misfits, the rebels, the troublemakers, the round pegs in the square holes... the ones who see things differently -- they're not fond of rules... You can quote them, disagree with them, glorify or vilify them, but the only thing you can't do is ignore them because they change things... they push the human race forward, and while some may see them as the crazy ones, we see genius, because the ones who are crazy enough to think that they can change the world, are the ones who do.†- Steve Jobs

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Thank you, I'll try using the Khans Academy videos this coming school year. So far, I do almost all of the teaching. I really could have used something like this a few times this year. The highest math I have completed was a statistics class in college, but even that was before my son was born and he is 14 now. :) Algebra before that class wasn't so bad. But, yikes statistics was difficult for me.

This year my son was in seventh grade, and they did add a few online classes. I'm not sure if they will have more teacher led classes once he is in high school or not. He does have a teacher that he can email questions to, and he has to submit assignments to be graded also. He has come a long ways though since I pulled him out of the brick and mortar school. It's a lot of work, but I love it.

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They go with the curriculum/book that we use. He was REALLY helpful and he had a sense of humor to boot. I just keep hoping he will be in the book this next year. we've grown to love him. We had him in Alg 1 and Geometry so far. The "Khan Academy" which was also mentioned here is at --> http://www.khanacad emy.org/ You can scan down the page and there are tons of video's that might help.

RoxannaWhenever I feel blue, I start breathing again.

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3 equations with 3 unknowns give me headaches and tax my organizational skills. :)

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I do :-D

On May 25, 2010, at 10:15 AM, bizeemommie@ hotmail.com wrote:

Does anyone homeschool their asperger's childSent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry

“Here's to the crazy ones, the misfits, the rebels, the troublemakers, the round pegs in the square holes... the ones who see things differently -- they're not fond of rules... You can quote them, disagree with them, glorify or vilify them, but the only thing you can't do is ignore them because they change things... they push the human race forward, and while some may see them as the crazy ones, we see genius, because the ones who are crazy enough to think that they can change the world, are the ones who do.†- Steve Jobs

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