Desperate - Need School Advice

[pandakid11]

HI

My son is battling not just PANDAS but most likely some other bacteria, like mycoplasma f.

He made it to school last week 2 days but none this week.

If we move to homeschooling - he doesn't want to, but the school is going to probably insist at some point, what

do you do for socialization? He was so isolated last year.

 

I need any and all help. We are hurting emotionally big time over this.

 

He is 12. Thanks

[MomWithOCDSon]

Some other parents here who homeschool will probably be able to point you to some specific resources, but I would poke around the web and ask around your community about various homeschooling resources, co-ops and other groups that you might join. For instance, we have a local homeschooling co-op that puts kids of similar and ages and interests together for some activities . . . a special presentation or speaker, a field trip, etc. . . . but not on a daily basis. Plus, these groups tend to be smaller, so you get the socialization without necessarily all the exposure involved in a 20+ kid classroom, let alone a 200+ kid school.

 

I think you'll be pleasantly surprised by the number and variety of those types of opportunities you can access, once you get "tuned into" that very vibrant and embracing community. Other homeschoolers are seeking socialization opportunities, too, since not all of them have multiple kids at home, so you'll be in good . . . but controllably-sized . . . company!

[Mayzoo]

We are members ($15.00/yr + a few events cost $ though this probably varies) of a home schooling group that does both social events and volunteer events (serving cupcakes at nursing home etc). We also participate in T-ball. Check with you local library to see if they know of a home school group and your town community centers or civic center for sporting events not associated with a school in your area or google it to see if one pops up. Here is an example google search I do not know where you live, so I just picked a major town, simply put your town in place of Baltimore, MD:

 

https://www.google.com/#hl=en&output=search&sclient=psy-ab&q=Baltimore%2C+Maryland+%2B+home+school+group&oq=Baltimore%2C+Maryland+%2B+home+school+group&gs_l=hp.3...2605.12666.1.13411.41.37.1.3.3.0.191.2701.35j2.37.0.les%3B..0.0...1c.1.Dc_UU1LdvTw&psj=1&bav=on.2,or.r_gc.r_pw.r_qf.&fp=11ee6b9ecdef45f1&biw=1024&bih=609

 

Or you could use a generic home school group finder:

 

http://www.home-school.com/groups/

 

http://www.homeschool.com/supportgroups/

Edited September 13, 2012 by Mayzoo

[pandakid11]

Are there any support groups, get-togethers for kids with chronic illness? I have not been able to find any no matter how hard I try. I am sure there are others in this boat, but connecting has been really really hard.

Thanks

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Some other parents here who homeschool will probably be able to point you to some specific resources, but I would poke around the web and ask around your community about various homeschooling resources, co-ops and other groups that you might join. For instance, we have a local homeschooling co-op that puts kids of similar and ages and interests together for some activities . . . a special presentation or speaker, a field trip, etc. . . . but not on a daily basis. Plus, these groups tend to be smaller, so you get the socialization without necessarily all the exposure involved in a 20+ kid classroom, let alone a 200+ kid school.

 

I think you'll be pleasantly surprised by the number and variety of those types of opportunities you can access, once you get "tuned into" that very vibrant and embracing community. Other homeschoolers are seeking socialization opportunities, too, since not all of them have multiple kids at home, so you'll be in good . . . but controllably-sized . . . company!

[Mayzoo]

Are there any support groups, get-togethers for kids with chronic illness? I have not been able to find any no matter how hard I try. I am sure there are others in this boat, but connecting has been really really hard.

Thanks

 

 

Kiddos T-ball is for special needs kids through the local Kiwanis Club. I have heard of other opportunities for special needs kiddos near me. Check with organization like the Kiwanis club, Elks Club, Masons, or any group that typically does a lot of volunteer work in the community. Scottish Rite Hospitals or St Jude hospitals, if any are local to you, may also be good contacts. Also, call your local news paper as they are usually in touch with local goings on.

 

If you look at my siggie, kiddo is has many dxs besides PANDAS. We are also going to look into the special Olympics, but not sure if PANDAS alone qualifies a child. I did just contact them and also asked if PANDAS alone was sufficient to participate.

Edited September 13, 2012 by Mayzoo