I know this was posted last year but I decided to respond anyway. I as you can see the time of this post...I cant sleep. In addition to having a Bipolar teen, I aslo have a moderately MR teen that has bad lungs, so her machines have been alarming all night. I decided to hang out here for a bit. Having 3 children in Special Ed programs at school, I can empathize with you all. My dghtrs teacher looks like she needs to catch her breath every time I see her. This is my dghtrs 3rd year at this school and her 3rd teacher. I dont think the school supports them very well. There are 26 kids in her class and I think 3 support staff.It is total chaos every time I go to the class. I think it is impt that teacher's have that support from administration.

My dgtr's class went on a field trip yesterday to the Dallor Store for their community outing for the week. They were Valentine shopping. I didnt have any cash to give her so I called the teacher and told her I would meet them there with the money.

When they arrived (an hour late) they were not on the lil short bus but a big yelloe school bus. All those kids and just 3 staff. I felt so bad for her. I offered to stay and help and I did. I didnt know this teacher lived in my subdivision but I saw her going to get her mail that evening after school...she looked totally drained.

I hope things have improved for you since you posted this. And know this...there is not an abundance of good special ed teachers out there, take care of you as you take care of our children.

Thank you for all you do!