Q: 7under 30min/3 over/ 2 pick up early 1under hr 1 less 15 min 5yr autism rel. ignored & counted as truant
7 tardy under 30 min due to mental breakdowns on campus before school continues after starting bell
Three tardies more then 30 min 2/3 notified before school started . 1 due to my medication but wasn’t mentioned
And 2 registered for picking up early due to not being able to pick up at pick up time for another. Child had ABA therapy in another city and one for getting picked up early due to accident at school with only less than an hour left.
And still, they claim them as unexcused and the fact that I didn’t bring it to the super attendance attention when vice principal was the one helping me with my child every morning, trying to get him out of the car off my hip and into school. Saying it’s at the School’s discretion and I did all the right steps but didn’t display them in front of the right people and didn’t tell their higher ups so there inexcusable and I need permission to pick up my son early on Wednesdays. I’m taking my daughter to her ABA because he can’t miss even 5min
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I'm sorry you're facing these challenges with your child's school. It's important to ensure that your child's needs are properly recognized and accommodated. Start by reviewing your child's Individualized Education Program (IEP) to confirm that attendance and tardiness related to their autism are addressed.
Reach out to the special education coordinator or the school's administration to discuss the specific instances where your child's absences were marked as unexcused. Provide all documentation of your communications and the reasons for each tardy or early pickup. Clear, written records can support your case and demonstrate that you’ve been proactive in managing your child's needs.
If the school continues to disregard your efforts, consider scheduling a formal meeting with the school district's special education department. You may also seek assistance from a local advocacy group or consult with an attorney who specializes in education law to protect your child's rights and ensure they receive the appropriate support.
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