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Son Is Starting HS Soon And This Application Process Has My Anxiety At An All Time High!

A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭
New York, NY

Good Evening everyone!

I have been an emotional wreck all day today. High School Application deadline is closing in & after reviewing so many options, I can't make a decision. I live in NYC and I want to find a suitable school for my son but either a school is too far, school is too big or the school atmosphere just seems too rough. My son has never rode a bus before to school because his school was always right across the street so we would walk. This is a big adjustment for him and knowing… read more

November 27, 2023
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A MyAutismTeam Member

I know how you feel but change is necessary. I'd say step out on faith. Even though we may not know the outcome of change, it just might turn out to be the best things for him.

November 28, 2023
A MyAutismTeam Member

I was not aware of that. I will look into it. Thank you so much for letting me know.

November 28, 2023
A MyAutismTeam Member

Hello. I live in New York City as well I know the feeling choosing a school that's suitable isn't easy. Let's say you.find a school that's a far distant the board of education has accommodations for travel. They have a uber account . A young man in my building use to get picked up in the morning by a yellow taxi marked board of ED . All the best to you.

November 28, 2023

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