Another myth about trachs is that you can't talk with one. Most modern trachs are designed with valves to allow talking. Tracheostomies aren't without their problems, however. Since humans aren't designed to have a plastic tube in the trachea, the presence of one is an unwelcome addition from the body's point of view. Frequent inflammations, infections and excess secretions are common with trachs.
Some schools object to students with tracheostomies, citing insurance and liability problems.
Many physicians now recommend a baseline respiratory function assessment at the time the child's DMD is first diagnosed, with re-evaluations at least yearly after that and more often if problems develop. Intubation isn't a permanent solution, just an emergency measure, so after a few days, the next step has to be faced. Start talking to your doctor early about respiratory care, and think about your options. Get a referral to the pulmonology or respiratory therapy department of your hospital, and try to see therapists who are experienced with neuromuscular conditions. Ask your doctor or therapist whether respiratory exercises or activities such as singing would be beneficial.