Today was the first day of 4th grade and the first time that we got the chance to meet Karston's teacher. This is Karston's last year at Elementary school and considering he has been at the same school since 1st grade, I really don't think that there will be much of an adjustment period. Most of the kids in his class have been in his class at one time or another and know how well he Blends in. The teacher is the only New Element to the New year.
When we met Mrs. Lett, she told us of how she had already spoken with his 3rd grade teachers about how his schedule had worked last year. She also informed us of how she had already looked at the schedule and found the perfect times for Karston to leave class for his needs. It was all worked out and the timings were perfect.
I think that she really set us at ease most when she admitted that she had never had a child in her class with Spina Bifida and then asked if she could call us anytime she has questions. I was amazed. No teacher had ever been so honest with us. Usually it seems that the teachers are scarred or intimidated by his "disabilities," which means that Heath and I have to initiate any conversations about his "Needs." We always forget to tell them something, which causes a problem at some point during the year. It is so nice to know that this teacher is interested and Wants to be involved in helping my son be the Chameleon that knows how to be.
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