Suzanne Dolan
Oct 14, 20233 min read
I need an adult! …Or a para? Or a Speech Language Pathology Aide?
One of the things I notice while going over 7 years of IEPs is the phrase “Adult support” within the Supplementary Aids and Services. any...
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Jack D.'s Mom
Aug 31, 20233 min read
Yesterday was the first day of school. But not for Jack.
When Jack was small, he would get up, pack his lunch and would be dressed with his bag ready by 6:30am. He loves school and loves to have...
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Suzanne Dolan
Aug 17, 20235 min read
Trash should be a choice. Not special ed job training.
Truth. Jack was placed in a Special Education program called Life Skills”. The “Life Skills” program is for the most vulnerable...
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Jack D.'s Mom
Aug 5, 20233 min read
I Knew I Should Have Made That Left Turn at Albuquerque
Sometimes you look at the student. You look at the IEP. You look at the grades. You talk to your friends about where their student is and...
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Jack D.'s Mom
Jul 11, 20234 min read
Don't poke my bear. Lashing out can lead to a misdemeanor in our state.
If you are so lucky to live in a school district that will provide what is in your students’ best interest, write them an email with the...
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Jack D.'s Mom
Jul 8, 20233 min read
Hello. Banana. Meaningful Communication System.
Hello banana. Meaningful Communication The lack of a meaningful communication means that Jack has an incredibly limited life. He does not...
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Jack D.'s Mom
Jul 5, 20235 min read
A grain of sand.
I often feel like a grain of sand. Sand is everywhere. Sand is in every town, state, and continent. One grain of sand could be a...
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