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School says not SPD but Behavioral Problems

My son was diagnosed last March with SPD more specifically sensory seeking, postural disorder and mild auditory over-responsivity. I was so glad to finally have a name for all of his symptoms. The OT said his behaviors were because of the SPD. We struggled through 2 years of preschool and now in kindergarten we are met with even more issues. He now attends a full day, which I opposed, and has been screaming and refusing to do his work.

The principal says that she has seen many sensory kids and he is not one of them. She says he has behavior issues and is trying to get his own way. Has anyone else dealt with this? I thought that a SPD child portrays these behaviors because they are trying to cope with their environment. Any comments is greatly appreciated.

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Oct 02, 2009
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I would talk to the diagnostician at the school and the school counselor to see if there is something that you guys can work on together to help your child. I know that the counselor can act as a mediator between you and the principal and if you can't get anything accomplished that way you can make a formal complaint to school board and here in TX you can make a formal complaint to the TEA (TX education Agency). Our OT has been a great help this year in mediating between the teacher and I.

I hope things get better for you guys.
Sep 25, 2009
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by: Anonymous

Unfortunately it sounds like he needs a new school! I've never heard of such a rigid approach to children. If your son has been diagnosed that should be enough for any teacher/principal. How can he be successful unless he has a team willing to help him? My daughter required a team and much compassion. If he's not yet ready for kinder maybe keep him back until he has more maturity. My best friend did just that and nobody has ever asked or questioned if her son was held back. It just so happened that he's right where he needs to be and very successful now. I'm feeling so sorry that your experience has been so negative your son deserves better.

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