I was given a “heads up” that it will be a big fight to keep my child’s one on one aide at her next IEP (March).

My child has multiple health issues and has cognitive delays. Currently in 4th grade in a CI contained classroom, requires a hand hold for hallway walking or any activity where other kids could bump and knock over, basically needs a “spotter” ,  timed bathroom visits (needs assistance getting on and off toilet), and HAS to have a one on one on the play ground. These are all for safety reasons. My child is a fall risk as well.  
I have no idea how to fight for this continued service my child needs. I know about “fade the aide “ but honestly my child could care less what others think. It’s about safety. Education wise the needs are redirection and repeated instruction often. 
I need the right wording and help. I feel overwhelmed with the 10 ppl at the meeting and then me. Even the director of special Ed in the district attends 😬 they tried to remove the aide last year but I pitched a fit and we got to keep one. Like I said, I’ve been told they will try and probably succeed in removing the aide at the IEP. I would love some guidance or tips from anyone out there! 

Sorry for the delay with answering this.  I check this site a few times every week but this is the 1st time seeing your question.

I feel you need to write a parent concerns letter.  Your child has needs for an adult to assist them with lots of ADLs so they can be safe at school.  If the school removes the 1:1 aide, they will still have these needs for adult assistance.  If the 1:1 is removed, who does the school propose will provide this assistance?  This is what your letter needs to ask.

Feel free to draft a letter & post back here.  We'll help you come up with a good parent concerns letter.  This has guidance on how to approach this:  https://adayinourshoes.com/parent-concerns-on-the-iep-parent-letter-of-attachment/  This should help you get from 'pitch a fit' to 'proactively document the need'.