My son has won...

kingfisherblue

Person_one, it looks as though your comment has been removed - I'm not sure why.

My son's school celebrates the positive things that the children can offer. They cannot celebrate the academic achievements that are the norm in mainstream schools, as most of the children will not sit exams and gain qualifications. Instead, they look for the other things to celebrate, and for some of the children themselves, life itself is a celebration. It certainly is for my son - he was given four hours to live when he was born, and he is now 14

Many of the children face challenges on a daily basis, and I know that my son is not the only one who has not been expected to survive. However, the school is one of the happiest places that you could ever visit.

I'm not offended by your comment though - on a public forum, people can post their own opinions, and as I have mine, you have yours. It doesn't take away any of the pride or happiness that I feel, knowing that my son brings enjoyment to his teachers and peers.

Thank you to everyone else who has posted, there are some lovely comments

poet123

I used to visit a special school quite regularly which had an awards evening and they were very careful to have a range of awards which meant all the children could achieve. Whether it was most cheerful, biggest smile, etc, etc. It gave the kids a real sense of achievement and of course their parents were rightfully thrilled.

NAR

boat_girl wrote: »

Same here Poet, the response from Person_one makes no sense at all.
Why should a child in a special school not receive an award???????

If you look at the majority of their recent posts it speaks volumes of this person!

midnightraven3

well done to the OPs son!:j
and the OP too,

my sons school gives awards at end of term
most schools do
what kind of school each attends doesnt matter

the comment made is pretty grim and unnecessary,

OPs sons behavior throughout the year obviously shone through
why shouldnt he be recognized?
basic teachings really
positive attributes are rewarded throughout life

i am sure if OPs son (or any other child) had done something wrong it was pointed out to them, shouldnt something positive be the same?

kingfisherblue

Oh he can misbehave midnight, but he is generally well behaved - no tantrums, just the occasional sulk. It doesn't happen often though.

londonsurrey

I think that these awards, as well as recognising the achievement of the individual, serve a secondary purpose - to highlight to the other children positive role models - want to win the Maths award? Watch the winner of the award, see what they are doing right. Similarly, want to win the Personality of the Year award, watch what they're doing right. What's wrong with that? We all can learn from these individuals.

lowlitmemory

Awww that's lovely! Does he get a certificate for the wall, or any such token, kingfisherblue?

EDIT: never mind, I can't read properly, I see he got a trophy

tea_lover

Congratulations! You must be a very proud parent

Stephb1986_2

Congratulations to your son you must be so happy about it

Steph xx

gingin_2

londonsurrey wrote: »

I think that these awards, as well as recognising the achievement of the individual, serve a secondary purpose - to highlight to the other children positive role models - want to win the Maths award? Watch the winner of the award, see what they are doing right. Similarly, want to win the Personality of the Year award, watch what they're doing right. What's wrong with that? We all can learn from these individuals.

I hadn't thought of that angle, it makes sense! I wonder if person_one meant that all children should be included rather than singling one child out. Not that that means that the OP's son didnt deserve his award.

Did I read before that your son has Downs Syndrome, Kingfisherblue ( apologies if I have it wrong)? I know the kids I have met with it often have a very cheeky sense of humour and loveable personality. I'm sure he's a real asset to his class.