Yesterday was our IEP for Maggie
(Individualized Education Program)
We had a Speech Therapist, Psychologist, and Classroom teacher in attendance, as well as Eric and myself. First they discussed their results from Maggie's Assessments. Second, they discussed the services that she qualifies for, and then we discussed goals for Maggie to reach in the next year.
Eric and I both cried as we anticipated what it would be like to actually hear Maggie talk and interact in a classroom all by herself. It was overwhelming for both of us, as we have watched Maggie struggle with most everything since the day she was born. To know that it is beyond ourselves to help her reach these goals, I felt very close to these 3 strangers that were sitting across from me at a table. I knew that in a few short months I would be handing them my daughter and trusting God that they will love her, teach her and grow her in a way I can only dream about... oh, the tears fall as I write this!
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Here are the goals we have set for Maggie's this coming year:
Oral Motor
-Perform 10 oral motor tasks to improve
lip and tongue strength and coordination.
Articulation
-Produce age appropriate sounds
/p,b,t,d,m,n,w,h/ in CVC words.
2 Step Directions
- Follow 2 step directions to the spatial concepts
(in, out, off, under), descriptive concepts (big, little),
and quantity concepts (one, all).
Vocabulary
-Learn and use a minimum of 100 new vocabulary words
related to preschool monthly themes.
Expressive Language
-Increase communication through language
of needs and wants in the classroom.
Social Emotional
-Learn to share.
Fine Motor
-Draw circles, lines, as well as simple shapes
using crayons, markers, finger paint, and sand
Pre-Academic
-Learn to receptively and expressively
identify 8 colors and 5 shapes.
-Demonstrate number concepts by giving just one,
one more, count to three and rote count to 5.
Attention to Task
-Sit and attend to circle/group song/activity for 15 minutes
by demonstrating quiet hands, quiet mouth, and eye contact with the teacher.
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We are still in prayer regarding how many days a week we will send Maggie... but as you can see there is a LOT that we want to see accomplished in a year. It seems obvious that she needs as much time in the classroom as possible. Both Eric and I felt a great peace about the meeting yesterday and about sending Maggie as often as needed.
"Thank you, God, for the peace we felt yesterday. We know that peace can only come from trusting you and praising you with each breath we have. You love Maggie more than we will ever be able to... please continue to give us strength to guide her as you would desire. We pray Maggie's life will continue to bless others, in the name of Jesus."
7 comments:
I am excited to hear about Maggie's goals being met....she's going to do great!
I'm so glad to hear that your comfortable with her teachers/therapists...I remember having to take that "step" with Kira.
You've given Maggie wings to fly and what a blessing it is to be able to watch her fly!!
I'm SO happy you had such a peace at the IEP! I'm sure it's daunting, but so EXCITING to see these goals put into writing - to feel like very focused steps are being taken to help Maggie make great progress.
We'll be praying that her teacher is perfect for her and that she just falls in love with preschool!
Looking forward to more updates. I'm sure we'll be seeing more of them starting something like, "Maggie just learned how to...!" or "Now Maggie can...." or "Another goal accomplished...!" =)
That is great news. I am glad that Maggie is going to get extra support that will help her to grow. She is lucky to have such wonderful parents too. You are such an inspiration!!
PTL for a successful meeeting! So glad you BOTH felt at peace with the process! And what exciting things to come, as Maggie begins to learn and master those skills - woo hoo! No doubt, those teachers LOVE these children and have only her best in mind. This is good - and God will bring results beyond anything you could've imagined...I truly believe that! Love you all so very much and so excited! Will keep praying! XO
Phewwwww! I am so impressed with Maggie's program! It looks like a lot of hardwork but I know in my heart you are all going to do great!
I so understand the thought of handing Maggie off in the fall. It is a bittersweet moment. You and Eric are AMAZING and you given Maggie the best gift of all.. Love.. Because of love Maggie will soar!
I too hope someday you, Maggie, Em and I can meet!
Big Hugs!
Jen
I praise the Lord for Maggie and the lessons that are being learned through her precious life. Thank you for sharing your heart with us as you have gone through each challenge. I see that the Lord is doing great things in and through Maggie's life. We will pray for clear direction in the coming fall.
Love,
Cammy
Wow, it is great to see she is in such a great program with such great people :) We love you all, and will be praying things go well with everything! See you guys in July....
-Dinis
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