Parent confronts Jones Middle School over denied disability accommodations for son

In a poignant moment during the Aldine ISD Board Meeting on March 18, 2025, a parent voiced deep concerns regarding the lack of support for students with disabilities at Jones Middle School. The mother, whose son is struggling academically, highlighted a troubling pattern of denied accommodations that she believes are essential for her child's success.

With a sense of urgency, she recounted her experiences navigating the school’s support system, emphasizing that her son, who is at the lowest levels in both math and reading, has not received the necessary help despite multiple requests. She described a recent 504 meeting where crucial accommodations were dismissed with the rationale that her son was in middle school, a reasoning she found unacceptable. “When I was in college, they offered me a scribe,” she stated, challenging the notion that age should limit the support available to her child.

The mother presented a letter from her son’s doctor, reiterating the need for specific educational supports, including one-on-one tutoring and small group sessions. Despite these documented needs, she expressed frustration over the school’s response, stating that the 504 coordinator seemed to expect her to advocate for her son’s needs without proper assistance from the school staff.

Her plea for printed notes and study guides to help her son at home was also met with resistance, further illustrating the barriers parents face in securing adequate educational resources for their children. The situation escalated to the point where she even offered to pay for the materials herself, a testament to her desperation and determination to support her son’s learning.

As she concluded her remarks, the board members acknowledged her concerns, promising to look into the issues raised. The meeting underscored the ongoing challenges faced by families of students with disabilities, highlighting the critical need for schools to provide appropriate accommodations and support to ensure all students have the opportunity to succeed. The mother’s heartfelt testimony serves as a reminder of the importance of advocacy and communication in the pursuit of equitable education for every child.