Best Erie Elementary Schools for kids on an IEP?

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Permalink Reply by moe on May 29, 2010 at 9:02pm

I have a son who is moving to public school from private school and will now have an IEP. We are in the Fairview School District and so far it has been good dealing with them but we haven't been at school yet. I did meet another mom and she moved from Florida back to Erie to get her son in the Fairview School District because he has an IEP and she is thrilled with Fairview. From what I have heard from other people, the General McLane School district is the best. I have also heard really nice things about Harborcreek. I think your best bet is to choose one of these districts outside of the city. Millcreek is good but very large for high school, so I think you are better off going with one of the ones I have mentioned. Good Luck!

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Permalink Reply by Jennifer Smith on June 2, 2010 at 10:26pm

The principal and staff at Earle C. Davis Primary in North East have been outstanding.

I recommend visiting any school and meeting the staff yourself. It might also be helpful to include your child in the tour to see how he/she reacts to the staff and building.

If your child has a diagnosis on the autistic spectrum you qualify for a free case manager through the Barber National Institute. This person can be a resource to answer a variety of questions and help coordinate/provide guidance on everything from school placement, IEP writing, summer camps, dentists, etc.

Good luck!

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Permalink Reply by moe on June 3, 2010 at 8:00am

We also use case management from the Barber National Institute and it is great. By using a case manager we found out about other services, such as a mobile therapy and OT (outside of school) and this summer, my son is attending a Social Skills Camp for the 1st time. I highly recommend it if you child is on the spectrum.


Jennifer Smith said:

The principal and staff at Earle C. Davis Primary in North East have been outstanding.

I recommend visiting any school and meeting the staff yourself. It might also be helpful to include your child in the tour to see how he/she reacts to the staff and building.

If your child has a diagnosis on the autistic spectrum you qualify for a free case manager through the Barber National Institute. This person can be a resource to answer a variety of questions and help coordinate/provide guidance on everything from school placement, IEP writing, summer camps, dentists, etc.

Good luck!

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