The boys did awesome this morning. They got ready for school and out the door with very little effort, at least compared to what it’s been like recently. I took them to school and when I dropped them off, I noticed a major change at the door. Every child is scanned for metal objects prior …
Category: School Related Issues
Feb 01 2018
How we’re going to address the problems at school
- By Rob Gorski
- 2 mins to read
Lizze and I were discussing the school issues that have become an unwelcome visitors in our lives. It’s pretty obvious to us that there are no good options because we’d likely be trading one problem for another. What we’ve decided to do at this point is preserve the current status quo. That being said, we …
Jan 30 2018
#Autism Parenting: Picking the BEST of the WORST options
- By Rob Gorski
- 2 mins to read
We have therapy for the boys tonight but Lizze isn’t feeling well and she will probably stay behind. It will likely be the boys and I heading out tonight. Tonight’s focus is going to be on school for Elliott and Emmett. We have to figure something out because while the boys like school, they’re also …
Jan 28 2018
Welcome to my fricking nightmare, and it’s only 8 AM
- By Rob Gorski
- 1 min to read
The boys are going to their grandparents for a little while today. It’s spend some time with Grandma day, and it should be fun form the boys. Y Unfortunately, Emmett is still finishing up some of his make up work, and it’s due in the morning. He’s freaking out over not being done and is …
Jan 25 2018
Elliott came home from school sobbing
- By Rob Gorski
- 4 mins to read
Elliott had what could only be classified as a bad day at school today. At dismissal, Elliott was escorted to the car by one of his teachers. Elliott was apparently upset and had clearly been crying. I don’t like seeing that, and I immediately kick into protective mode, as most parents would. I also understand …
Oct 23 2017
Looks like we’re tempting fate once again
- By Rob Gorski
- 2 mins to read
Unfortunately, Elliott is still running a fever tonight and that means he won’t be in school again. He doesn’t appear sick in any way, shape or form, but a fever is a fever. I am contemplating getting him into the pediatrician, just to make sure all is well. Elliott’s not going to like that because …
Oct 23 2017
We’re risking the wrath of the school attendance God’s
- By Rob Gorski
- 1 min to read
Unfortunately, Elliott never fell asleep last night and when we checked his temperature, he was back up to 100.7°F. He’s not complaining of anything but his cheeks are red and he’s well above the school’s 99.5°F, fever policy. I took a screenshot of his temperature records from this morning, and sent it to the school …
Oct 22 2017
Does Ohio even care about Special Needs kids and their education?
- By Rob Gorski
- 3 mins to read
I haven’t spoken much about this since I originally shared it but Ohio has a new school attendance policy. It’s aimed at reeling in the chronically truant, but ends up overreaching because it’s a blanket policy, regardless of circumstance. We received a warning letter last week because according to the new policy, Emmett can only …
Rob Gorski

Based in Northeast Ohio, Rob Gorski, is an influential blogger and podcast host, best known for "The Autism Dad" blog and podcast. With a mission to educate, validate, and provide support to parents raising children with disabilities, he has transformed his personal experiences as a father of three autistic children into a resource for parents across the globe. Rob’s work has earned recognition from CNN, ABC News, BBC Worldwide, the Tamron Hall Show, and has received dozens of awards for best autism-related blog. His compelling narrative resonates with his audience, making a significant impact on the global autism community.
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