Students with special needs, such as: learning disabilities, attention disorders, or autism, share the same fears about middle school transition as their sixth grade peers. It is important to be sensitive to the anxieties of students moving into a new school setting. This CD will address suggestions for handling transition concerns that middle school students face. Parents will be informed on ways that lead to a comfort zone for transitioning the middle school student with special needs.
Proactive plan developed with the teacher and parent:
Individual Educational Plan (IEP)
Preparing for the move into a larger school facility
Understanding the value of the school handbook
Promoting student independence
Establishing routines and schedules
By preparing for the transition into middle school, you are setting a positive tone for a smooth entry into sixth grade for your child. Once your child has settled into middle school, you can trust that his educational plan has been designed with his special needs considered.