What services might be available at my school for a child with Asperger’s?
If you child has Asperger’s/autism, you might wish to seek special education support services and accommodations for him/her. Parents should contact school personnel to find out what specific services are available at that school and in that district, as they often vary. Standard services provided by schools include a combination of speech and language therapy, occupational and physical therapy, counseling, vocational education, and assistive technology, such as special computer software. Within the special education program, parents and school staff will meet together and develop an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) for the student. Children with Asperger’s often do best in structured learning situations in which they learn problem-solving and social skills in conjunction with academic subjects. Often the the most prominent challenges that your child may face is coping with social development. Students with Asperger’s often require individualized or group training that targets socia
