I'll share this link from ATCA that tells you what the Son-Rise program is on a most basic level: http://www.autismtreatmentcenter.org/contents/about_son-rise/what_is_the_son-rise_program.php
That's right; we're keeping Clark home this fall from his full-time preschool program he's attended the last two years to work with him one-on-one. Namely, I'll be leading this program. The start-up Brad and I are attending in two weeks should give us the know-how to do this. They also teach you to recruit volunteers, and probably more importantly the confidence to do it.. Ideally your program should run as many hours a day as possible. We live in a college town so perhaps students will be interested. We'll be sending Baby Grant to daycare in the mornings. I took him for a visit and he loved it! He's quite a social little guy. With all supports in place and my teaching degree, I feel we'll be successful and make progress.
Why are we doing this when he's attending the best Autism-centered program in the area? Mainly, because I think he can do better. His progress has been minimal and my hopes are higher for this boy. In his classroom, which has a very small footprint, are 8 other Autistic students, three full-time adults, and nearly every child has a personal aide. Other adults are coming in and out of the room all day long. There are a lot of transitions. I've heard it described as "rockin'". We'll leave it at that, but I must add how grateful I am to all the staff there for taking care of my sweet boy. I can't imagine learning anything in such a "rockin'" environment, let alone a child who will sink deeper into his own world when distractions are too great. He also rides the bus an hour and a half each way, making potty-training impossible. It's easy to see that one-on-one support with a loving trustworthy teacher in a distraction-free environment he's comfortable in will open doors to learning that he so desperately needs.
I feel really good about our decision. We'll do anything for our boys. As well, we hope to learn some ways to work with Bernie more effectively. Another great thing about both Brad and I attending the program is they split you into groups-verbal and non-verbal, so I will attend training for Clark specifically and Brad for Bernie. Perhaps most importantly the program helps you learn to love yourself and your child just the way you are! We can't wait to learn!
That's right; we're keeping Clark home this fall from his full-time preschool program he's attended the last two years to work with him one-on-one. Namely, I'll be leading this program. The start-up Brad and I are attending in two weeks should give us the know-how to do this. They also teach you to recruit volunteers, and probably more importantly the confidence to do it.. Ideally your program should run as many hours a day as possible. We live in a college town so perhaps students will be interested. We'll be sending Baby Grant to daycare in the mornings. I took him for a visit and he loved it! He's quite a social little guy. With all supports in place and my teaching degree, I feel we'll be successful and make progress.
Why are we doing this when he's attending the best Autism-centered program in the area? Mainly, because I think he can do better. His progress has been minimal and my hopes are higher for this boy. In his classroom, which has a very small footprint, are 8 other Autistic students, three full-time adults, and nearly every child has a personal aide. Other adults are coming in and out of the room all day long. There are a lot of transitions. I've heard it described as "rockin'". We'll leave it at that, but I must add how grateful I am to all the staff there for taking care of my sweet boy. I can't imagine learning anything in such a "rockin'" environment, let alone a child who will sink deeper into his own world when distractions are too great. He also rides the bus an hour and a half each way, making potty-training impossible. It's easy to see that one-on-one support with a loving trustworthy teacher in a distraction-free environment he's comfortable in will open doors to learning that he so desperately needs.
I feel really good about our decision. We'll do anything for our boys. As well, we hope to learn some ways to work with Bernie more effectively. Another great thing about both Brad and I attending the program is they split you into groups-verbal and non-verbal, so I will attend training for Clark specifically and Brad for Bernie. Perhaps most importantly the program helps you learn to love yourself and your child just the way you are! We can't wait to learn!
I think that sounds like a great choice your Clarkie. You know your kid best and I think homeschooling is a great option for lot of people. Can't wait to hear about what you learn at the Son Rise program. Are you worried about Grant at daycare being unvaccinated? Maybe another post but just curious.
ReplyDeleteno, not at all worried about that and they aren't either.
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