Spelling Champ!

I have not been shy about my disappointment in the public education system. Cayden had a really great experience last year and was surrounded by people who seemed to be genuinely involved with the success of his education. Its been almost a year since Cayden was diagnosed with autism and during that time, I have learned that most of the people that have been involved with his many therapies have little or no experience with autism. **Insert a picture of me shaking my head with frustration here**
His teacher this year has a tendency to treat him "special," which irks me beyond belief. When discussing his goals for the year, I told her I want Cayden to be able to write his name by the end of the year, in which she responded with the lesser goal of having him be able to recognize the "C" in his name by the end of the year feeling that would be appropriate. Why limit him?!? I know he is exceptionally bright. **Insert another picture of me shaking my head in frustration here** Regardless of her lack of confidence, I have continued with my original goals for him.
About a month ago, he came home with a coloring project in which he had written a gigantic "C" on the back. "C is for Cayden," he proudly told me. About a week later while sitting in a restaurant, he told me, "C A Y D E N - That spells Cayden mom," I was so proud and shocked that I could barely find the words to tell him how brilliant he is. I thought, at least he is able to memorize the spelling which is the first step.
Then yesterday, he picked up a can of Diet Coke from the pile that is still waiting to be crushed. He brought the can to me and pointed out while saying "C O K N - That spells coke mom." He confused the "e" and "n." But, HOLY COW!! What a genius!

All I can say is take that teacher lady! My son is a spelling champ!