Comments on: Changes

By: Tanya Savko

Tanya Savko — Sat, 31 Jan 2009 22:41:26 +0000

Thanks, everyone. I feel like I did a good job with homeschooling, it’s just ending before I anticipated - I guess before I was ready for it. I think that’s what’s causing the feelings of ‘defeat.’ But I think it will be fine, and I appreciate your encouragement!

By: jess

jess — Sat, 31 Jan 2009 22:21:15 +0000

i’m with mara - defeated? hell no - this was the goal!!

and M - IEP stands for ‘individualized education plan’ - it’s essentially the way that we establish, along with the school system, how our children will access the curriculum. it sets goals for them and determines what accommodations can be made in order to achieve them

(or something like that)

By: Pweshes Mama

Pweshes Mama — Sat, 31 Jan 2009 06:51:01 +0000

Hi thanks for the lovely award! Really made my day :-D. And good luck with trying to get Nigel back in school.. I think it’s so great that he asked for it himself and even though I can imagine the find will be hard, I’m confident with your strength and perseverance, Nigel will find the right school that will help him flourish even more! Looking forward to hearing more of his progress!

By: Maddy

Maddy — Sat, 31 Jan 2009 03:33:47 +0000

I’ve always admired people who can homeschool. It wasn’t an option for me because I don’t have the patience and I would never have had the slightest clue about what to teach.

I would probably be in a better position to attempt it now as I have a better handle on the situation, but not back then.

Always changes…….probably just as well.
Best wishes

By: M

Sat, 31 Jan 2009 03:21:57 +0000

the half-day thing sounds so great…that’s really a perfect set-up. i didn’t realize that was possible. he can get in there, see how it goes…it’s a big step, but one he can ease into. that’s great.

however…even though his school day is cut in half, my guess is that your stress-level will not be cut in half. i can’t imagine how tense those days will be for you, wondering how it’s all going.

you will be receiving many mental hugs from us.

i might have missed it in the post, what is IEP? Is that the social skills class?

By: Fearless Females

Fearless Females — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 21:33:15 +0000

You must feel–both–excited and scared…? But this is just so huge for Nigel, that he is making the decision–and that comes for great parenting!! I think starting out slow is a great idea and necessary. Thanks for sharing this with us and can’t wait to hear more on his progress.

By: mama mara

mama mara — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 12:25:57 +0000

You feel defeated? Lady, you totally rocked this gig! You gave Nigel his flying lessons and now he is ready to spread his wings a bit. Wow!

By: Casdok

Casdok — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 09:51:46 +0000

Yes Im sure you will!
I think its great that Nigel wants to be part of his IEP.
Fingers crossed for you both.