Talk to your child's teacher. Share your concerns. Some behaviors which do indicate a learning disability in an older child are developmentally appropriate in a younger child. For example, it is common for a 6-7 year old child to reverse letters such as p, d and b. 2. Students suspected of having a disability are evaluated by a team of qualified examiners.
Parents are an integral part of the special education decision making and instructional process.
The Program of Advanced Challenge and Enrichment of the St. Mary's County Public Schools is designed to serve students at the elementary, middle, and high school levels by providing opportunities for highly able students to develop their individual abilities and interests to the maximum. Accordingly, students are identified for the PACE program using both traditional and performance assessment instruments that address these areas. Information about students is further obtained from teachers, counselors, parents, and subject area experts. These multiple indicators facilitate the appropriate choice of program or level of experience for the individual student. Opportunities are provided throughout the school year for students to be considered for inclusion in project learning, special interest groups, and participation in PACE programs or activities.