Monday, January 14, 2008

Jump for Joy

After many, many tests, reviews, interviews, etc they finally have a conclusion as to why Jacob is having such a hard time in school. We have an answer….

Phonemic Awareness Disability

Ok, bottom line, he has a hard time separating sounds therefore he has a hard time reading and writing... along with his “working” memory. This is a form of Dyslexia.

His math scores are above normal, his analytical thinking and intellectual skills are above normal. So we knew we had an issue with the books…he’s a smart kid just can’t read and write.

We meet with the “team” on Wednesday and they will go over his I.E.P. schedule (Individual Education Program) he will remain in his own class but leave for “special help” daily on his reading and writing and this will follow him throughout school up to the 11th grade as long and he needs it. They re-test every 3rd year to see if he needs the program anymore and more exciting is he can go to 3rd grade when it’s time.

I am very excited and hope it works.

2 comments:

One of the Bunch said...

So thankful that you finally have answers!! :) Great News, Nik.

Anonymous said...

Nicki-
Actually...you are able to receive services until he is 26 in Michigan! My degree is in Special Education and I am currently a Asst. Principal and Special Ed Coordinator for our school. If you have any questions or need clarification, let me know. Ask lots of questions, it's your right!

Michelle