help me interpret the WISC-IV testing

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My daughter who is almost 10 had this test done by the pschycologist we took her to do to behavior problems and trouble in school. she performed this test and i got the following from her...

Verbal Comprehension

Similarities 6

Vocab 5

Comprehension 6

Working Memory

Digit span 5

Letter-Number Sequencing 9

Perceptual Reasoning

Block Design 5

Picture Concepts 3

Matrix reasoning 7

Processing Speed

coding 9

Symbol search 9

VCI 75

PRI 69

WMI 83

PSI 94

FSIQ 73

It also states that her iq is only in the 4th percentile and that the PRI AND VCI fell below the norm, in the borderline and extremely low ranges of functioning. The doctor also tells me that since she is not totally MR that there are not many services to help someone that is borderline cognitively impaired children where we live does anyone know how to help me

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An IEP is probably the right way to go, but first you need a full evaluation that goes a lot further than an IQ test.

Also, it is absolutely stupid to say that your daughter is that same than a 4 year old. Kids with your daughter IQ (assuming it is correct) can know to read, to count, to read and write, assuming they have received the correct education. I am not sure who did this evaluation, but it seems both very light and I would probably have left his/her office if they had said that to me. All kids are different and it is important to give them what they need, but for that, you need to collect all the information you need, and the school is supposed to pay for this.

Once you have all the information, you need an meeting to know if she requires an IEP or not. Normally, the person who did the evaluation should have already proposed what type of intervention your daughter can benefit from. They may either be given in the regular classroom, or she may need to be in a different classroom, depending of her needs. But the school needs to determine where she is and what her needs are before they decide where she is going to be.

Yes, getting an IEP is an important first step. There are some great articles on this site that explain the IEP process, the parts of the IEP and give you guidelines to prepare.

As you are meeting, remember that under the law, you are an equal member of the IEP team. Your concerns, opinions and questions are very important. You know your child better than anyone. You can call an IEP meeting at anytime - so that as you have a better understanding of your child's needs and if you want changes to the IEP, you can bring the team together to incorporate the new information.

The WISC testing is a good first step. But, you will need more information to understand your child's needs and strengths. I would want academic testing, social/behavioral testing, speech and language and life skills assessed as well. This data, combined with your observations are important to identify all of her needs.

An IEP covers a wide range of skills - it can include academic, life skills, health issues, self advocacy, social skills etc. Make sure that you are clear on all her areas of need - prioritize them and then address the most important at the meeting. Her needs will change as she matures - so the IEP will change with her.

her recomendation is to have a child study team meeting i guess to have an IEP done. I am just so concerned she says that my daughter is bascially the same as mentally as my 4 year old so an IEP is the right way to go then right?

You took an important first step by trying to get information about your daughter's strengths and challenges. I've found that as I try to understand my children, the more information I get, the more questions I have. I wonder if you are finding the same?

The WISC gives you one bit of insite into how she thinks and learns. But, one test does not tell it all. Did the psychologist evaluate other areas? What were her recommendations?

Have you ever had her evaluated by the school? Is she on an IEP? If not, this should be one of your next steps. Public Schools are mandated by law to provide each and every student a free and appropriate education. If she needs extra services to acquire the academic skills, they should provide those services. Likewise, schools should provide the life skills needed for her to live independently and contribute to society. As she gets older this would include vocational skills, living skills, transportation training etc.

But, the first step is getting her on an IEP. Write back and let us know what else the psychologist said, if she is on an IEP and list your concerns. With this info, we'll be able to provide you a bit more help.

You may find this slideshow resource reassuring:
www.slideshare.net/iapsych/forrest-gump-and-iq-expectations

I am sure other members will chime in on the scores you provided and give you some additional feedback.

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