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Post by ALLISA on Feb 17, 2008 12:46:01 GMT -5
For those that don't know us that well, I was very torn this fall over keeping Erin in public school or going out of district to a "special ed" school. After touring many I did chose an out of district palcement and haven't looked back since.....it has been WONDERFUL for Erin. On Thursday I was told that they would be doing a Valentine's dance the last hour of school and I was welcome to come if I'd like.....well.....I did go and it warmed my heart to see the dance. The whole school was there ( all 30 of the kids ).....pre-K through 5th grade, they had music, dancing, decorations......every kids was dancing, with each other, with teachers, with themselves.....I just can't describe how fabulous it was for me. Erin was never included in much at her old school I was always told "it would be too stimulating/overwhleming for her" " her behaviors make it impossible", etc,etc.... But she has been there for about 4 months now.....and I have seen her eating in the caf ( never did at old school) particiapte in adapted PE ( never did at old school) walk herself into school (yup, never even considedered a possibilty at old school) This is turning more into an update on her and school.....but just wanted to say.....that I love it at this placemement and the dance just summed up why I love it ! These kids were having a complete and total ball as were the teachers and staff......HAPPY VALETINE'S !!
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Post by Googsmom aka Jennifer on Feb 17, 2008 13:59:52 GMT -5
Super, super, super!!!! So glad you and Erin love the new school. It just makes life so much better/easier.
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Post by Chris on Feb 17, 2008 20:01:48 GMT -5
I'm so happy that you found a school that is a great fit for Erin. ;D
Chris
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Post by Emilysmom on Feb 17, 2008 20:21:06 GMT -5
Oh, that's wonderful Allisa!!! I'm so glad this school is so good for Erin!
Susan
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Post by Jackie on Feb 18, 2008 9:45:03 GMT -5
a belated Happy Valentine's to you too!...sounds like Erin is where she is really happy and you are too! Jackie
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Post by Renee' on Feb 18, 2008 10:09:08 GMT -5
I am so glad it has worked out for you and Erin!
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