I’m Just Thinking About Something
Jaimie on May 16th 2008
That’s what CJ told me today when I asked him what he was doing.
His speech is really coming along. Sometimes I have to remind myself that he is indeed still delayed and still behind where he should be, because he talks so much more than he did just a few months ago that it seems like he must be all caught up. But, of course, he is not, as his case conference illustrated. There are still many areas to work on, besides his inability to pay attention.
I still haven’t completely come to terms with that. I am happy he will be going back to the same school next year, because he truly loves it and seems to thrive there. But a part of me was hoping beyond hope that i would go into his conference and someone would say “CJ is far too advanced to qualify for this program next year.”
But no one did. In fact, in November we’ll visit the idea of doing further psychological testing to make sure he has the help he needs in Kindergarten the following year.
Deep breath.
See, still not completely processing that information. Me, not him. I’m not even sure exactly what people want to test him for. Although I know it must be connected to his not paying attention. But I was unconsciously afraid to ask I guess, because it never occurred to me to ask until after I left.
I guess I should call his teacher and see her again.
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Don’t let it get you down. Ask the teacher and support personnel as many questions as you can.
Just to let you know…I went to many of those conferences throughout my 19 year old’s school career. And although, I knew and know still that she has deficits in her learning, her tenacious spirit has helped her overcome and thrive in spite of it. She is in college now and still has accommodations for her LD, but it doesn’t define her as a person.
It sounds like your little guy has come a long way in a short time. You should be proud of yourself for the early intervention. He will continue to progress and mature with time.
The main thing is that he is making good progress. He’ll be fine.
Mike