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WISC-IV Verbal much lower than Perceptual reasoning- could she have a LD?

Back2Work September 29, 2009

Hi, I am new...

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Back2Work October 8, 2009

Thanks Michaellea, I appreciate your insights and suggestions.

Brigid2 January 21, 2013

Hello Back2Work. I know this is an older post, but I'm really hoping you will still see this message! My daughter... More »

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Good Schools for High Functioning Autistic Child in VA/Fairfax County or Prince William County, Grade 1

bilaljan May 30, 2012

Can any one guide as to which public schools offer inclusive in class support in Fairfax & Prince William County in Virginia. Do these counties... More »

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sshaw929 January 20, 2013

Good morning, I saw your post and it looks like you may have already moved to the area by now. By far, I would... More »

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From an adult with NVLD

nvldman January 2, 2009

Hi everyone, I'm a 22 year old male with a non-verbal learning disability. I'll share some pieces of advice from someone...

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nvldmom54 December 26, 2012

To Leslie, Just wanted to say how glad I am that your life turned out so well without having the benefits these young... More »

adultNVLD January 15, 2013

I am an adult who was recently diagnosed with NVLD and really moved by the post above. I came across it while browsing... More »

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4 children with all different specal needs and have been fighting the board of education for 16 years and now i figured out t...

kellydg January 9, 2013

i have a 4 year old child who has an iep now he will be going through the turnning 5 process so i asked what programs will fit his needs now that... More »

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TarzanaMom65 January 11, 2013

You may want to consult with an advocate. The cost of an advocate was so worth it. The benefits that my child is receiving,... More »

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Helping a friend who's son is in catholic school

515mom January 7, 2013

Hello everyone,it's been awhile since my last post. I'm hoping someone can direct me to the right direction. A good friend of mine who is... More »

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kellydg January 9, 2013

first the mom must request the catholic school to do an educational evaluation and a psycological evaluation to start... More »

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Autism

joanngarcia July 12, 2010

My son is a high functioning autistic young man, he just turned 13 years old. We live in Westchester county in New York. Does anyone know of a school... More »

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Rahlyn January 7, 2013

Hi, Joan... I see this an old post, but thought I'd respond anyway, just in case you're not happy where your... More »

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Does anyone have any experience with Landmark College or Mitchell College ?

Maggaly February 7, 2009

My daughter has applied to a few colleges. The schools are either only for LD students (Landmark College in Putney, VT. ) or colleges that have...

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beachwalker March 10, 2009

Hi Maggaly, I think only 20% of the kids are ADHD only. There are LOADS of other LD kids at Landmark. I know... More »

lastmate2 January 4, 2013

What did you decide? Did you choose Landmark or Mitchell for your daughter? I would also like to hear from those who... More »

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public/private middle school programs for HFA 11 yr around dallas, tx

new_here January 2, 2013

We are looking to move around dallas area and looking for good school programs for 11yr old HFA boy. Any input would be appreciated. Thanks

PDD-NOS (high functioning autism)

GreyParrot December 13, 2007

My son is 12 yrs. old and has PDD-NOS. I am happy to give whatever advice I can to parents of children with similar needs, plus I would... More »

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Beachgirl732 July 23, 2012

I am the mother of a great 15 year old boy who I feel was dealt some bad cards. He has been a diagnosed ld student since... More »

Atlantici December 30, 2012

Hi, My son also has very mild PDd nos.They put him in a special education class and he is very depressed.I think... More »

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I have a special needs child who is very diffcult. He is 11 yrs old, but is more like a 4yr old. He still can't speak clearly...

Rocketbluez December 20, 2012

I am trying to find a suitable school for my 11yr old special needs son with many issues.

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RayNarayan December 24, 2012

You can primarily look for online portals which could clear your kids initial issues regarding studies. These sites give... More »

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