My child has asperger's syndrome. how do i find out if she qualifies for special education?

Asperger: The school system will assess her, then when she geta a diagnosis from a developmental pediatrician, put her in the therapy program. The school system itself will recommend her for the special education.

Less likely now: New guidelines are coming out. Dsm5 will limit the definition of autism. Asperger is very difficult to define. Schools are now overwhelmed with autism cases. Very few schools have funding and resources to provided adequate services. More restrictions will be coming. Do not depend on the school to provide enough.

Both doctors are: Correct. Schools may argue that the as is not " educationally relevant" if your child does well academically. You, your child's db pede or child psychiatrist, & an educational advocate may have to explain that her being an excellent " data collector" does not mean she will understand concepts, nor why she should follow teachers' directions. Ask for a " section 504" at least, with a behavior plan.

Take reports t from: The medical & psychological evaluations that document the diagnosis to the principal & request a multi-disciplinary team evaluation to develop an individualized educational plan that includes supports for "educationally relevant" behavioral, social skills & academic supports. Dsm-v "lumps" as & pdd-nos into autistic disorder so that all can receive services, bec. The core deficits are the same.