Ah, the dreaded teacher call.  Oh wait, many here probably don’t know that feeling.   The teacher called and said she thought something might be amiss with Jordan–she was having difficulties both behaviorally and academically.  At first she seemed to be leaning towards either blaming homeschooling for not providing her with social skills and the academic lessons and/or that homeschooling had enabled me to coast along thinking my child was completely neurotypical.  

So, we talked briefly about her various vague diagnosis’ (what exactly is the plural of diagnosis?) and her academic struggles.  She actually seems like a very sweet and well intentioned teacher.    She has put in place a “success plan” with the goal being to get time helping the teacher in class (quite intuitive to know that a great treat for Jordan will be to help in the classroom–much better than the plastic crap or candy generally offered!).     

 Now I remember why we homeschool!   I do think this particular teacher is going to do everything in her power to make Jordan feel successful in her classroom.   I did tell her I was prepared to pull her if it wasn’t going to work, but at the moment we both agree that helping her feel successful in this program is the best path.  I don’t think she’ll go next year though.