My son had an IEP for years. He now wants to be a Marine, but he is struggling in math. The schools also do not teach life skills. What do you suggest?
Answer
Yes, this is a problem. That is absolutely one of the biggest problems that we are seeing. I think another question is, "Who will do the life skill teaching?" He no longer has an IEP, but remember he still has civil rights. He still would qualify for modifications. You can also use an advocate to help you with this process.
Cara Koscinski, OTD, MOT, OTR/L, CAS
Cara Koscinski, OTD, MOT, OTR/L, CAS, is an author of the award-winning Pocket Occupational Therapist Book Series, is a pediatric occupational therapist. She specializes in trauma-informed care, behavior, interoception, and autism. As an educational speaker, Cara incorporates her expertise as a mother of two children with autism. She has published six books and has over 98,000 followers on her blog and social media channels. Cara is also a children’s YOGA instructor.
In addition to her books, Dr. Koscinski regularly blogs and creates fun products for those who work with children who have special needs. She serves on the Advisory Board of Autism Asperger’s Digest Magazine. Dr. Koscinski just earned her certification as an autism specialist (CAS).
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