This article provided some information on what to ask about your child’s school as your child re-enters the classroom. There needs to be prior planning that includes school staff and you, the parent. Your child needs an education team to help him thrive; the team should include a board-certified applied behavior analyst (ABA). The behavior analyst can coordinate the team and make sure the student is receiving skill assessments along with transition activities, such as social stories. The analyst can ensure that all the professionals and para-professionals who work with your child have been properly trained to work with autism and other developmental delays.

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