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[ - ] Current PS 11 G&T parents - please tell us your/your DC's expereince there. Are you happy? TIA. 10 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 06.17.08, 04:33 PM Flag
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I am curious to know, too. How are teachers, perentsbody, DCs in the class and curriculum? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:55 PM Flag
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Anybody? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 05:30 PM Flag
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DC is in 1st grade there (G&T) and it's been a wonderful experience. We have had fabulous teachers and I the smaller class size is a great bonus- We had 18 last year in K and 20 this year. I am floored with the turn around that this school has made since we started 2 years ago. I tried getting info on 11 back then and all I heard were negative comments about the students there (that they were 'rough project kids' etc). We haven't experienced any of this and the school has really made an effort to have each child in a grade get to know everybody in that grade. I can't believe people this year were actually hoping to get in when in years past they struggled to fill their seats. The parent body is super down to earth but very committed to the school. Couldn't be happier there [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 06:23 PM Flag
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What about curriculums? Do they have strong art program? What about chess? They don't teach anymore( I couldn't find inf. in the website)? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 06:33 PM Flag
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My child is sufficeintly challenged, I'm not 100% happy with th TERC math but I'll supplement at home (I think they start doing more 'traditional' math mixed in in 2nd grade). They have art once a week, music once a week, they have an afterschool chess team, the older kids do ballroom dance, they swim starting in 2nd grade. I think my dc has a great time there but he says he hates school except for recess (and I don't believe he'd say he like any school)- when I ask him what he did at school he always says "nothing" [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 06:46 PM Flag
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Does PS 11 have science, theater, movement classes? Or what kind of enrichment program do they have? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 08:20 PM Flag
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my understanding is that in grades 3-5 they have science 2x a week. In K-2, they get Science Teacher Sarah about 10 times during the year. They took out science in the younger grades and doubled up the older grades I think since the older kids maybe have some ELA science testing so they figured it mattered more then. (not 100% sure if this is the reason- ask the parent coord. They have theater 1x a week, earlier in the year they had some dance company doing a movement class as an extra special. They have 1 special a day (gym, art, music, computers, theater) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 08:29 PM Flag
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Try asking your child what happened at recess. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 08:23 PM Flag
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oh, well he gets beat up by the project kids, I already know that. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 08:30 PM Flag
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It's a serious suggestion. Kids who don't talk about what happens in school will often open up about what happens during recess. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 08:32 PM Flag
[ - ] what's the best way to tone butt & thighs? at home - no gym 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:31 PM Flag
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squats and lunges [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:32 PM Flag
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up and down the steps... and those miserable squats... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:34 PM Flag
[ - ] Where can I learn about the rights of children on the spectrum to public education in NY? Any helpful sites? Thanks! 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Toddler 06.17.08, 04:31 PM Flag
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great neck on long island is one of the top places to get services, I know ppl there if you are interested in speaking to someone. they have great support too for parents siblings etc.. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:32 PM Flag
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wrightslaw.com [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 06:54 PM Flag
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check out Advocates for Children. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 07:11 PM Flag
[ - ] Any comments on 158? 0 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Preschool/Kids 06.17.08, 04:29 PM Flag
[ - ] Is it reasonable to run down to the laundry room (in the basement of the apartment building, we live on the 1st floor) when the kids are sleeping in the apartment if nobody else is there? Entire trip takes ~5 minutes. We disagree on this. tia. 11 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:29 PM Flag
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ths is a tough one. in a house its ok to leave kids sleeping on top floor and run to bsmt, but in bldg, you're actually leaving your home [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:30 PM Flag
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I walk my dog on a leash outside my house while my kids sleep. I can see the front door the whole time but would have no clue if someone came in the back. I, seriously, don't think it's the worst thing in the world. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:43 PM Flag
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I don't think its reasonable, no. You are technically leaving your home. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:45 PM Flag
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i've done this--i always take my cell phone with me and hurry back. but my kids are good sleepers--once they're down, they don't get up. and, worst case, one of them would be crying for 5min tops. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:46 PM Flag
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Take the stairs and baby monitor if you can. My laundry is on my floor and I always go when dd is napping, one flight is not a difference, imo. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:54 PM Flag
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I do it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:54 PM Flag
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in my apartment bldg - true story, mother got STUCK in elevator and 5yo was asleep in apt. She COMPLETELY FREAKED OUT and was screaming thru the elevator doors. I felt so bad for her. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:58 PM Flag
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and both she and her child were fine right? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 05:02 PM Flag
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aw that poor kid must have freaked when she woke [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 05:09 PM Flag
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I've done it. Also taken the dog out to the curb at night if DH is working late. Call the social workers... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 05:07 PM Flag
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depends on the age. i did it with dd when she was less than a year. after that, i was too fearful she'd climb out of crib or otherwise get into trouble. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 05:15 PM Flag
[ - ] Is the name "Wende" pronounced "Wendy"? (Calling a mom whose name I only know on paper!) 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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Toddler 06.17.08, 04:27 PM Flag
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I would think so. If not I'm sure she's used to having to correct people and won't be offended. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:28 PM Flag
[ - ] g & t programs are a sign that the system is sick. the programs accelerate the sickness by airlifting some children out. so sad for our kids that they will grow up thinking this is normal and fair. both the children inside and out will suffer. 11 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:22 PM Flag
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your kid must not have gotten a ride on the helicopter. sorry. :-( [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:28 PM Flag
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i don't live in nyc so have no idea if my daughter is 30 percentile or 90. i do know that it is too young to be testing and separating these kids. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:34 PM Flag
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agreed. i was in the first G&T class in my school in the 80s and it does generate bad feelings, and i don't think it fair to label kids at such a young age. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:36 PM Flag
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wow. interesting perspective [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:38 PM Flag
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It was actually sort of a wild experience. The first year, I was the only G&T kid, so I was pulled out 3X a week, in first grade, to do these logic games and math puzzles and tell stories. The second year there were three of us, pulled out every day, by 3rd grade, ten of us, and from 5th grade until 8th grade, about 15 or so in a class. The other kids, from an early age were resentful, and the kids in the G&T class were well aware that we were more 'gifted' than the others...its not a good dynamic. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:43 PM Flag
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this is exactly the sort of thinking this testing and comparing engenders. it's very destructive [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:35 PM Flag
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Agree. It has helped our dd to get out of a zoned school that is very bad. It was a way to beat the system. The system really sucks.I am not particularily happy about this but I had no choice. The whole idea of gifted 5 yo is silly. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:28 PM Flag
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op here: good for you, though, for doing the best of your dd. my complaint is not with the parents at all. i would try to move heaven and earth for my child. but i have a problem with how little money there is for poor or so-called "average" kids. the whole system needs to be overhauled and supported by our culture. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:37 PM Flag
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There is actually tons of money spent on the "poor" and "average", it is just more likely to be misspent when dealing with those students than when dealing with the middle and upper middle class students of G&T. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:39 PM Flag
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ITA. But we would have done it too if we didn't luck out with a great zoned school. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:36 PM Flag
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in theory, i agree with you. but in practice, it's the best option for many kids. i went to a terrible public school as a kid, and the g&t program saved me. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:51 PM Flag
[ - ] Pediatric Dermotologist just called with results of a biopsy he did on my 7mo DS. He said the lumpy growth on his ankle was made up of calcium and bone and that it could be caused by a rare metabolic disorder or a trauma (although that would be a strange reaction to a trauma). DS has had this since he was about 4mo. DOes anyone know what metabolic disorders he could be referring to and if they are serious? He was pretty vague and said that we just need to run some blood tests. I am trying not to freak out but I now wish I had asked for more info and it is too late to call him back. TIA 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Special Needs 06.17.08, 04:18 PM Flag
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no idea... but my wish for you - although I don't know you - is to stay very calm and not to freak yourself out. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:19 PM Flag
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ita. having met with countless doctors regarding my dd i've come to realize that doctors really don't want to say much until they run blood tests. they won't speculate. if you're anxious they pick up on it, so will certainly hold back. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 03:27 AM Flag
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My ds has a lump near his ankle that his orthopedist has told me is an extra bone. He even showed me an xray of a boy who had his removed the day before. But don't worry, he also said that most kids don't need any intervention, sometimes it becomes an issue with sports or if your dc has a leg brace it may become calloused. He related it as very ordinary, of course that doesn't mean your dc has the same, but it sounded very familiar! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:44 AM Flag
[ - ] Help - DC is 7 weeks - can't seem to stay awake more than 45 minutes. Put her to pet about 50 minutes after last waking and she is quiet for a few minutes, cries, is quiet, etc. Anyone else have a little one who does not stay awake ling between feeds? 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:16 PM Flag
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they sleep a lot. this sounds normal to me [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:20 PM Flag
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I have a 7 wk old too. count your blessings - mine cries a lot!! her 3.5yo doesn't let her sleep much. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:23 PM Flag
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^3.5yo sister [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:23 PM Flag
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she is 7 weeks. relax. enjoy. of course she sleeps heaps. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:35 PM Flag
[ - ] Pediatric Dermotologist just called with results of a biopsy he did on my 7mo DS. He said the lumpy growth on his ankle was made up of calcium and bone and that it could be caused by a rare metabolic disorder or a trauma (although that would be a strange reaction to a trauma). DS has had this since he was about 4mo. DOes anyone know what metabolic disorders he could be referring to and if they are serious? He was pretty vague and said that we just need to run some blood tests. I am trying not to freak out but I now wish I had asked for more info and it is too late to call him back. TIA 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:16 PM Flag
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when are they doing the bloodwork? I would be freaked out too. Call first thing in the am and say you want more info. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:18 PM Flag
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he said he had already called my ped's office to discuss, but my pediatrician is out of town for a month. The dermatologist said that he would call my ped's office to set up the blood tests and call me tomorrow, but I'll be out of it tomorrow b/c I am having a colonoscopy so I will have to leave it up to DH ---UGH FWIW dermatologist said it wasn't cancer [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:21 PM Flag
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do not go on the internet and search things out if you can help yourself... It will make you crazy and really serve no purpose... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:28 PM Flag
[ - ] Is having an "emotional friend" OK? 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:11 PM Flag
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like someone you rely on more than your spouse for emotional support and would sleep with if it wasn't for him? not really. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:16 PM Flag
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Come on, you know the answer to this. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:17 PM Flag
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like my drama queen friend who freaks out over nothing and cries at hallmark commercials, or a warm-up for an affair emotional friend? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:18 PM Flag
[ - ] Our ds was diagnosed with pdd-nos and I am researching the rights of autistic children to public education in NY. This is all so new to me. Someone suggested that the best place to move to is NJ. I am not ready to leave NY--all my family is here. Anyone can suggest a usuful sites to visit? TIA 15 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Toddler 06.17.08, 04:10 PM Flag
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I am not sure of a site. But do not assume that NJ will give you better therapy and schooling. They are tightening strings for services over here, we know several families that were forced to pay for private school in the past few years. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:12 PM Flag
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sometimes life doesn't turn out as planned. your ds *is* your family now; you have to do what's right for him, whether it is NY or NJ. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:12 PM Flag
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OR above: Completely uncalled for. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:13 PM Flag
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itda! my cousin has a child w/ special needs and moved her family to fla. b/c of the therapies avail for her child there (+ weather & pool for dd's therapy). You have to to what you feel is best for your immediate family [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:17 PM Flag
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She never said she wouldn't! She just got a diagnosis, is in shock, trying to figure out what to do. Doesn't need your lecture. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:18 PM Flag
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this is the original responder of this thread -- she posted on toddler, people don't pull punches with opinions here [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:20 PM Flag
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being on toddler doesn't give you license to be a b!tch. Your opinion was premature and rude [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:22 PM Flag
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You've taught her well then. Never trust the opinion of a parent if they don't also have a SN child. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:26 PM Flag
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you are a witch. your defense in posting a miserable, lack of empathy comment is that other people aren't nice? christ lady, grow up and have a heart! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:38 PM Flag
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my brother has a ds on the spectrum - mildly autistic and they receive terrific services in NJ. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:16 PM Flag
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^^btw my nephew is 7 and is about to be de classified. We're very happy. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:17 PM Flag
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Don't know very much about this, but I live in Westchester and have heard that Ardsley has terrific special education services/programming (and I know someone who moved from Scarsdale to Ardsley for that reason). GL. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:29 PM Flag
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I'm in the Bergen County area and I know certain towns have very large SN programs -- off the top of my head, Franklin Lakes and Hawthorne. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 06:03 PM Flag
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come over to youbemom.com most of the special needs community has moved over and will be able to give you good advice. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 06:37 PM Flag
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First, I'm sorry. Second, Dc is lucky to have you. You are doing a lot of good by doing research there are wonderful services in NY and NJ. I did the move and am very happy in NJ. You might also want to post on youbemom. There is a book about it and they'll know the name...I'm in NJ and not up to date on NY. If dc was just diagnosed there is a packet on autism speaks on what to do in the first 100 days. It's overwhelming but the sn community is here to help you. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 06:37 PM Flag
[ - ] For those with DD's age 5 or 6 - what was their favorite b-day present? Doesn't need to be a toy - looking for ideas. 7 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:10 PM Flag
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my dd always loves any craft sets. paint a pot, cup, plate. or any set of paints/markers. Also, webkinz are big still. Build a bear stuff [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:14 PM Flag
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my dd loves polly pockets still. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:18 PM Flag
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Melissa & Doug's Magic Show. He and I (yes I was his asssistant) put on great magic shows. He had so much fun. (so did I - ok) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:19 PM Flag
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5 yo DD just bought this for dh for father's day. Everyone loves it. Even the 2 yo loves to watch the "show". [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:21 PM Flag
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My 5 yo is totally in to clothes - nightgown's especially. She loves long, frilly dresses, glittery headbands, and the peel-off fingernail polish. All of these gifts were huge hits. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:23 PM Flag
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thanks everyone! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:26 PM Flag
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webkinz or ty girlz [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 06:04 PM Flag
[ - ] quick question: would you let 15 yo dd come home alone on the subway after a Bway show (evening, not matinee). We live in the West Village btw 13 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Teenagers 06.17.08, 04:07 PM Flag
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no [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:07 PM Flag
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hell no [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:10 PM Flag
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yes. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:11 PM Flag
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on a summer night, particularly if it is a wkend, probably. Lots of people out. The subway will be crowded even at that hour. I took the subway home from times square the other night to the UWS from Times Square. It was packed, even on a week night. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:21 PM Flag
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^^forgot to mention, it was midnight when i took the subway [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:21 PM Flag
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My oldest is 12 so I'm not there yet, but I hope that he will be capable of that at 15. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:26 PM Flag
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Depends on how savvy the 15 year old is? If she's used to traveling alone say to school etc - yes. Maybe meet her at the subway closest to your home and then walk with her? Some of the west village gets dark and secluded at night. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:26 PM Flag
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no. there is a rapist who has been attacking women in w. village and soho at night. maybe if in a cab or if meet her at designated spot at end of show [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:28 PM Flag
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maybe... it's just a couple of stops on a subway line that is usually busy. Depends on her maturity and judgment and resources to handle unusual events. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:30 PM Flag
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I used to take the subway at all hours of the night at that age, but I was usually with a group of friends. I do not think I would allow her alone [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:31 PM Flag
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yes, if she feels comfortable doing so [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:32 PM Flag
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niece takes subway everyday to school at that age. are you kidding? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:33 PM Flag
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but this is night time... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:35 PM Flag
[ - ] Having tea party for 6 yo DD's b-day. Need favor ideas (around $5 or so). Don't want to do candy. Any ideas appreciated!! 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:06 PM Flag
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do something tea-related -- maybe a little white tea cup with each girl's name on it (you can get the cups cheaply and put the names on yourself) or maybe a little parasol for each girl? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 06:05 PM Flag
[ - ] Having tea party for 6 yo DD's b-day. Need favor ideas (around $5 or so). Don't want to do candy. Any ideas appreciated!! 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:06 PM Flag
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We did a princess tea party for dd's 5th birthday. I got princess coloring books and small packs of crayons at the dollar store. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:59 PM Flag
[ - ] saw neighbor teen totally groping her boyfriend... she's only 14 and was out in her backyard that shares a driveway with my house. Wow... things start early these days... not like that's news, but I'm not a prude (at least I don't think I am) and I was shocked... 11 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:03 PM Flag
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stop snooping [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:15 PM Flag
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I was groping my boyfriend at 14. And didn't have sex until I was 19. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:16 PM Flag
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i must have been a slow groper... she had her hand down his pants and was chewing on his neck... It just seemed "wrong" [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:18 PM Flag
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hot [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:19 PM Flag
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I'm with you. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:21 PM Flag
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are you 'with" the post that said it was hot or me - OP and apparent prude - who just was shocked ? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:22 PM Flag
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Prudie McPrudster, thank you very much. I'd be dragging dd out of the driveway by her hair, and straight to Amish boarding school. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:24 PM Flag
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Not my DD, but I was thankful at that moment that I have DS's... I also think she saw me and it didn't deter her at all... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:25 PM Flag
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:27 PM Flag
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I agree... and this girl in every other situation in which I have had contact with her is 14 like I remember 14... it was a total "huh !@??*&!" seems so out of character... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 04:30 PM Flag
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that's a normal age to want attention from boys, and being a cock-groper is a good way to get that attention [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 12:57 PM Flag
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