Saturday, December 19, 2009

A different kind of change

We ended up not moving due to a series of what can only be called miracles. So we are still in our house in Arizona and Elizabeth's services remain intact, which is a big relief because I believe they are working well for her and they provide continuity in the recent chaos. Namely, her speech-pathologist and occupational therapist are a god-send. Thanks to both of you for your wisdom and Patience, both with Beth and with Mom!

Through a rather long convoluted turn of events, Elizabeth is no longer in the private school she was attending, however. We have given the public schools in the town a try before and they are just not an option. So I am going to try a hybrid of homeschooling and public school. There is a public school called Arizona Virtual Academy. It is the public school curriculum but it is done out of your home with daily contact with a certified teacher to help you with the prescribed curriculum. Their special ed dept is modifying the third grade curriculum to Elizabeth's level and then I will be responsible for her completing the work.

Some (ok, ALL) people say I am crazy to take on this additional pressure. I am sure they are right just as sure as I know I need to give this a try anyway. Elizabeth is bored and full of potential and I want to try my hand at tapping into that and seeing how far she can go academically.
Wish me luck!