Originally Posted by JoanneS
Rhonda - we've talked about our DGSs before - and I just posted on Bearisgray's Autism thread, so I won't repeat what I said there other than to say that both of my grandsons are autistic, and they live in VA.
We just found out that our younger grandson (now 9) will probably be moved into the regular high school graduation path (with an aide) instead of the special ed path. That means he will probably be able to go George Mason University which has a department for autistic persons. I know you can identify with my joy!
I knew when I started this thread I would hear from a few of my friends who have discussed this subject before. I mostly wanted to show Zach's new swing! He loves it.
What good news Joanne!!! I am thrilled for you and your family! It is good that the schools are starting to get behind these kids and providing the education that they deserve!
Sara had a lot of opposition to get the local school to set up things to accomodate Zach's needs but it is still an ongoing struggle at times. They sometimes don't tell her when the aide is going to be gone and they have to keep Zach home when that happens. The teacher had a hard time adjusting her thinking but Sara has dug in and made them listen. She had to get a lady from the state to tell the principal that they had to make the changes before things got changed but it is worth the battle.
I hope things all go well for your DGS!!