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:gpost: I think the pink material they use to make the impression is pretty standard. I hadn't read your post before I posted mine. I wholeheartedly agree that keeping the child privy to what's going to happen (even before you get there) is key.

I would just explain to her in advance what's going to happen. When you get to the Audi, she/he can explain the process again and allow her to feel it before they put it in her ear. The biggest thing is making sure she doesn't touch it while it's still hardening. If you think she won't be...

Did someone say her child couldn't do the same? I sure didn't read that...

No. I've addressed the OP's questions, and you should not presume to know what she understands or is "confused" about. The OP can likely follow and understand the posts. If you would read the posts in their entirety then you would have known that I was addressing Shel's statement in post #22...

I'm not providing any false information, and I'm certainly not trying to cover anything up. My position has remained the same. You brought up spoken english instruction in your post #22. I clarified that instruction is through ASL- not spoken English. Read what I wrote again. There are two...

Did you have something useful to contribute to this thread? No back-peddling here.

I'm well aware that speech and English are two separate things. It's actually not weird that I posted this from the link Shel provided. This is quite clear that instruction, as well as teaching English is through ASL- not spoken language. It supports exactly what I said- instruction at the...

From this link: "As the student reads, the teacher observes and records reading strategies that are being used or not being used. For example, the teacher may assess what a student does when she tries to figure out the meaning of an unknown word. Students must also do a re-telling of the...

You'll note that it says, "Communication Teacher", not speech therapist. That statement you provided doesn't negate that instruction is in ASL. Did you read the second link you provided? I also said in my post that it's very rare for students to have speech, and that if they do it's because...

Neither of the CSD offer speech services. The only way a student attending one of the schools would get speech would be through their home district by way of their IEP. My understanding is majority of the students attending do not receive speech because the student/IEP team has determined...

Becky- I think it's great you are encouraging direct communication rather than relying solely upon technology. My guess is the school district would prefer the technology over an interpreter because it would save them money in the long run. The school is responsible for meeting his unique...

CSDF is voice off, they use the Bilingual/Bicultural philosophy. They teach English through reading and writing. I personally would not encourage pursuing placement at an auditory-oral program. As your child grows, you will see where he would be best suited for an academic placement. With...

With all due respect, your predictions mean squat. You need to understand the way things work now, and it's clear to me that your understanding is a bit fuzzy. The OP's child more likely than not, would not qualify to attend one of the CSD. If there is even just a slight bit of hope, she...

Type 1 diabetes cannot be reversed. I believe that type 2 Diabetes can be reversed in some cases with weight loss. That second part I'm not 100% sure about though.

My heart breaks for the families and the community impacted by this. If there is a positive in this story, it's that this sweet little angel is now with his parents who loved him so much.

Mamawuly- you can get family sign language classes written into your child's IFSP. Someone can and will come to your home to work with your child and teach you how to sign. Whereabouts in CA are you? The schools for the deaf are in Riverside and Fremont. They can provide you with additional...

You should do a research project on deaf schools, so that way when you write you have actual information to back it up. You just write off the cuff about what you heard, when reality doesn't always match up with what you've read/heard. You'll note the OP implied she was from CA. I'll refer...

It seems to me that the hostility is a bit misguided and unnecessary. I know you didn't ask, but I'm sharing my thoughts. I hope you can rest this weekend, sounds like you need it. Enjoy your days off :)

I perceived Robin's post as a response to Bottessini's post #23... I'm sure Robin can clarify though.

Great white sharks off California given greater protection The Great White Shark was put on the waiting list for an endangered species in California...