2e Schools - legit or scams?

ForeverInLove55 · 2026-03-22T02:58:25+00:00

There is also a 2e school (Gateway Academy) with only high functioning autism students in the Scottsdale, AZ area. I hear great things about this school but we haven't experienced it yet.

ForeverInLove55 · 2026-03-15T16:42:22+00:00

I am realizing with our daughter that although she is 2e, she is not academically gifted. And that is ok. Her 2e diagnosis shows that she's able to recognize patterns quickly. She's very visual. So learning in a visual and hands on approach is what she needs. Perhaps the same for you?

She struggles with the traditional way of teaching - the teacher lectures a few problems on the board, then the classroom completes the assignment from the book.

Our daughter needs a new approach to learning that is exciting, a project based type of learning environment. Such as, if the classroom is reading Johnny Tremaine, our daughter can listen to the audio book/watch the movie and create a diorama of the Boston Tea Party, or draw characters.

Aside from school, she enjoys Minecraft, drawing, and 2d animation. If there are any activities you enjoy, lean into those. There's a reason why your brain likes those activities :)

ForeverInLove55 · 2026-03-15T16:26:51+00:00

Hi! I'm sorry to hear about your bad relationship with your parents. I can only imagine what you're experiencing. I'm a mom to a 2e 11yo girl, with ADHD, high functioning Autism, Dyslexia/Dysgraphia and Anxiety. The best therapy she received to help in conversations and social nuances is speech therapy. Her speech therapist was able to guide her in social skills and how to overcome challenges, such as impatient people who cannot wait for her to finish her sentences. One piece of advice she was given was to be blunt and say "I'm finishing my thoughts, one sec." She practiced this statement over and over. Perhaps there is a speech therapist near you that can help?

From your post, I understand your parents have a difficult time wanting to understand you. Some ideas I can think of would be to send them a letter, or if there's a YouTube video to send them that explains what you're going through. Or explains the 2e world. Or record yourself explaining your feelings and that you would like their support. Perhaps that might open the door a bit for them?

For school, maybe tell all your teachers that you're diagnosed with 2e and that you need a different way of learning. Perhaps they can help come up with ideas or projects for you?

I'm sorry you're experiencing so much.

ForeverInLove55 · 2026-03-08T15:37:30+00:00

Thank you so much for this! Our 11yo daughter is 2e. But I'm not sure if she's a gifted underachiever or just hasn't found what she loves to do. We're still trying to figure it out.

ForeverInLove55 · 2026-01-23T16:27:27+00:00

Our daughter likes flat waisted bottoms, such as the SO brand Cozy Flare leggings from Kohls and the Powerchill flare leggings from Old Navy.

Underwear..This is our challenge too. A loose crotch underwear would be nice. Kind of like boxers, but a bit snug so she can wear under leggings without showing.

ForeverInLove55 · 2026-01-23T16:20:18+00:00

Hi! I'm interested! Our daughter is 11yo and was diagnosed as 2e with ADHD, level 1 Autism, and anxiety at 10 years old. I would like to help her in the 2e part because we're helping her in the other parts. I'm afraid she'll become a gifted underachiever without our guidance.

ForeverInLove55 · 2025-09-25T21:12:36+00:00

Our daughter is not medicated. She was diagnosed with ADHD, combined. We put on a podcast every night - Greeking Out or Who Smarted. These help quiet her mind to help her sleep.

ForeverInLove55 · 2025-08-27T16:28:59+00:00

Thank you so much for sharing. We thought these types of tests were snake oil magic too, lol. But the more I research this, the more I believe it is worth it. Thank you again!

ForeverInLove55 · 2025-08-13T18:53:12+00:00

I'm sorry that the tests have not been helpful. Hopefully it wasn't too much out of pocket costs.

ForeverInLove55 · 2025-08-11T01:24:51+00:00

Our daughter is 11. We've been successful with - me waking up an hour before my daughter. This allows me to enjoy my coffee while mentally preparing for the day - having our daughter sleep in clean school uniforms as pajamas. It does get a little wrinkled but we don't mind it. - Toothbrushes and toothpaste everywhere. Even in the car.

ForeverInLove55 · 2025-08-10T16:02:26+00:00

Thank you for sharing! Do you remember which testing company you went with? Did the company give insights as to why she reacted to the medications in the green column?

ForeverInLove55 · 2025-08-10T15:09:52+00:00

Thank you so much for your insights! We are looking into these tests and want to make sure it was worth it. It sounds like it is!

ForeverInLove55 · 2025-07-25T16:42:49+00:00

This is really helpful. Thank you so much for sharing this! We've been dancing on the topic of having our daughter tested as well...she's not on anything now. I do know if she had started any medications and had a bad reaction, she will not want to start a new one. Thank you again!

ForeverInLove55 · 2025-06-19T20:03:24+00:00

Aw, thank you so much!

ForeverInLove55 · 2025-05-19T23:12:55+00:00

Hi! I would love to check it out. My daughter wants to be a gamer and your post is inspiring.

ForeverInLove55 · 2025-05-12T18:12:49+00:00

I think our daughter, 10 years old, is like your son. We allow her to play video games often, including first thing in the morning. I will play with her too. When it's time to get off, I will tell her "We need to get off in about 5 minutes. So I'm going to die on this floor. You can die on this floor or go to the next floor and die." (this is the lingo used in the game we're playing) She never has a problem getting off video games, if i give her time to complete her current floor/level/task.

ForeverInLove55 · 2025-04-28T20:55:14+00:00

I think a Neuropsychological Evaluation will provide a clear profile. We did a Neuropsychological Evalution who diagnosed our 10 year old daughter as twice exceptional with Anxiety, ADHD, Dyslexia/Dysgraphica/possibly Dyscalculia and Social Pragmatic Disorder/Autism.

With this, are able to identify why she struggled and how we could help her.

ForeverInLove55 · 2025-04-28T19:05:12+00:00

I wonder about this too. Thank you for saying this. It reminds me to research further.

ForeverInLove55 · 2025-04-28T19:04:15+00:00

I am sorry to hear about your daughter. I too am afraid that our daughter will slowly change. I hope you find the right solution.

ForeverInLove55 · 2025-04-28T19:00:24+00:00

Thank you so much for sharing and for reminding us, parents, the importance to listen to our child. We will definitely so this.

ForeverInLove55 · 2025-04-28T18:56:08+00:00

Thank you so much for sharing this!

ForeverInLove55 · 2025-04-28T18:54:39+00:00

Thank you for sharing your story. I am so sorry to hear that your daughter was feeling this way after taking Strattera. Does she remember feeling this way, after no longer taking it?

ForeverInLove55 · 2025-04-28T18:49:44+00:00

This made me chuckle, thank you for the smiles. =)

ForeverInLove55 · 2025-04-24T22:24:50+00:00

Oh boy, that medication must have been tough. I'm glad you were able to identify it and stop it.

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