Relocating

[Guest guest]

Hi Leah,

Tanner switched schools this year - not mid-year, but we're on year-round school

and the break between " grades " is a short one. We switched schools because the

new school is closer to our house and a couple of buddies from preschool days

were going to be in this class. We made this decision before we figured out

this

autism thing! We left a GREAT teacher, but I thought in the long run, it would

be better to foster possible friendships since he could only be with the teacher

for two more years. The first month at the new school was HELL!!!! Tanner's

usual good behavior went by the wayside....he was tipping over desks, running

away, throwing his shoes, etc. etc. I was not thrilled with the new teacher,

however, it was she who brought up " autism " and spurred me on to find out lots

of

information and this list! After about a month, Tanner was back to his

well-behaved self. This isn't much advice, I know, but just to let you know we

recently went through this too and have survived. Which would be less painful?

To get all the changes over with at once (lots of pain, but over quickly) or

tackle them one at a time (less pain, but looooooong duration)? I'd go for it.

I don't think it would matter to Tanner if we switched him mid-year or at the

end

of the year - he'd have to have a period of adjustment no matter what.

Jill

[Guest guest]

Hi Leah,

Tanner switched schools this year - not mid-year, but we're on year-round school

and the break between " grades " is a short one. We switched schools because the

new school is closer to our house and a couple of buddies from preschool days

were going to be in this class. We made this decision before we figured out

this

autism thing! We left a GREAT teacher, but I thought in the long run, it would

be better to foster possible friendships since he could only be with the teacher

for two more years. The first month at the new school was HELL!!!! Tanner's

usual good behavior went by the wayside....he was tipping over desks, running

away, throwing his shoes, etc. etc. I was not thrilled with the new teacher,

however, it was she who brought up " autism " and spurred me on to find out lots

of

information and this list! After about a month, Tanner was back to his

well-behaved self. This isn't much advice, I know, but just to let you know we

recently went through this too and have survived. Which would be less painful?

To get all the changes over with at once (lots of pain, but over quickly) or

tackle them one at a time (less pain, but looooooong duration)? I'd go for it.

I don't think it would matter to Tanner if we switched him mid-year or at the

end

of the year - he'd have to have a period of adjustment no matter what.

Jill

[Guest guest]

Hi Leah,

Tanner switched schools this year - not mid-year, but we're on year-round school

and the break between " grades " is a short one. We switched schools because the

new school is closer to our house and a couple of buddies from preschool days

were going to be in this class. We made this decision before we figured out

this

autism thing! We left a GREAT teacher, but I thought in the long run, it would

be better to foster possible friendships since he could only be with the teacher

for two more years. The first month at the new school was HELL!!!! Tanner's

usual good behavior went by the wayside....he was tipping over desks, running

away, throwing his shoes, etc. etc. I was not thrilled with the new teacher,

however, it was she who brought up " autism " and spurred me on to find out lots

of

information and this list! After about a month, Tanner was back to his

well-behaved self. This isn't much advice, I know, but just to let you know we

recently went through this too and have survived. Which would be less painful?

To get all the changes over with at once (lots of pain, but over quickly) or

tackle them one at a time (less pain, but looooooong duration)? I'd go for it.

I don't think it would matter to Tanner if we switched him mid-year or at the

end

of the year - he'd have to have a period of adjustment no matter what.

Jill

[Guest guest]

JILL, THANKS FOR THE SUPPORT, MEANS ALOT IN SUCH A TRYING TIME......SO MANY

DECISIONS TO MAKE........PICKING OUT NEW WALLPAPER IS PROBABLY THE EASIEST

AND MOST PEOPLE THINK THATS HARD......LMAO UNTIL THEY MEET

ASHTON.........HEEH TANNER SOUNDS LIKE HE EXHIBITED SOME OF THE BEHAVIORS

ASHTON WILL EXPERIENCE...... HER TEACHER IS A LULU SO ITS NO LOSS TO LEAVE

HER...... THATS ONE SCORE FOR US.......THANKS FOR YOUR INPUT,................

LEAH

[Guest guest]

Leah,

I have been thinking about this, and the pros and cons each way. I think

I would opt to move my child now. Mainly because at the beginning of the

school, everyone is new, and the teacher is dealing with all children

getting adjusted. This way, all others are in a routine, and there will

be more time for Ashton to receive individual attention. This is

especailly since you said the current teacher is not a major loss to

leave. We actually stayed in Cincinnati for a whole school year jsut so

that Matt could finish the year with his great 1st grade teacher last

year. My husband was in North Carolina, then Las Vegas for the entire

school year, but we stayed. I considered staying one more year, as she

was moving on to 2nd grade. Actually, if we stayed and she stayed in 1st,

he would repeat 1st, much to the dismay of the principal. But I decided

that I needed my husband and the kids needed their father, so we moved. I

miss this teacher terribly, but I wouldn't have considered even a few

weeks for anyone else!

SOrry this is so dijointed.

Let us know what you decide

S

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,

I would be glad to help you. I live in a small town close to both Newark and NYC called Maplewood (N.J.). I am in private practice but know alot of people.

Feel free to call or e-mail. My cell is : 973-809-1481

Debra Brown-Grossman, M.P.H.,R.D.,C.D.E.62 So Fullerton Ave.Montclair, N.J. 07042973-655-1335/973-655-1336(fax)

[Norton AntiSpam] Relocating

Hello,Does anyone work in the NY, Newark or surrounding areas? I plan to relocate in June with my family and would like to find out information re: job availability, areas to live, schools (for my kids), etc. Please email me with your suggestions. Thanks! Parrott, MS, RD, LD

[Guest guest]

,

I would be glad to help you. I live in a small town close to both Newark and NYC called Maplewood (N.J.). I am in private practice but know alot of people.

Feel free to call or e-mail. My cell is : 973-809-1481

Debra Brown-Grossman, M.P.H.,R.D.,C.D.E.62 So Fullerton Ave.Montclair, N.J. 07042973-655-1335/973-655-1336(fax)

[Norton AntiSpam] Relocating

Hello,Does anyone work in the NY, Newark or surrounding areas? I plan to relocate in June with my family and would like to find out information re: job availability, areas to live, schools (for my kids), etc. Please email me with your suggestions. Thanks! Parrott, MS, RD, LD

[Guest guest]

Hi E,

I moved from NY to AZ, the weather in AZ is warm most of the year and dry. I do

find that the cold spells we get here and bad weather cause me increased pain

and after so many years without treatment I am in pain almost constantly. I hope

once I start Humira that will change but I do find warm dry climates help

arthritis

                                                              Lori