If the OP is still following this thread, I just wanted to mention to you that with regards to getting your children the assistance they need in their school:
If they are considered to have a need that falls under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, then under Federal Law, the school (public OR private) MUST make accommodations for the individual needs of your children. The private school cannot, under the law, refuse to provide accommodations that would help your children learn in the Least Restrictive Environment possible. They also must provide an IEP (Individualized Education Plan) for each child, which must get updated on a yearly basis by the IEP team. Parents are to be a part of that IEP team and are to have an equal say in how the IEP is developed for each child.
If this isn't happening, I suggest you look in your local area for either an attorney that specializes in Special Education, or find a Special Education Advocate. Usually your local ARC chapter will have someone to assist you.
If they are considered to have a need that falls under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, then under Federal Law, the school (public OR private) MUST make accommodations for the individual needs of your children. The private school cannot, under the law, refuse to provide accommodations that would help your children learn in the Least Restrictive Environment possible. They also must provide an IEP (Individualized Education Plan) for each child, which must get updated on a yearly basis by the IEP team. Parents are to be a part of that IEP team and are to have an equal say in how the IEP is developed for each child.
If this isn't happening, I suggest you look in your local area for either an attorney that specializes in Special Education, or find a Special Education Advocate. Usually your local ARC chapter will have someone to assist you.
Disclaimer: I am only responsible for what I say, not what you choose to understand.
