Students with a documented learning disability or ADHD have the opportunity to receive accommodations on both the SAT and the ACT. If you have a student who is interested in pursuing accommodations, there are a few things that you should know. First, it is important to have documentation of your student’s disability that has been completed within the last 3-5 years. The documentation must be from a professional who is qualified to diagnose a learning disability or ADHD. Both College Board and ACT have specific tests that they require as part of the documentation, so be sure to check with the professional that is providing your documentation that they administer those specific tests. Next, it is important to show that your student has been receiving accommodations (specifically the ones you are requesting for the test) and has been using them on a regular basis for some time. An IEP or 504 plan will show what accommodations have been offered. Finally, it is important to check the College Board and ACT websites for specific deadlines for submitting your request for accommodations. They are typically several weeks prior to regular registration so you want to be sure you have all of your paperwork in order.
Getting Accommodations on the SAT/ACT
May 17th, 2010
What is ADHD?
March 24th, 2010ADHD is one of the most common behavioral disorders to show itself in childhood, however, children are not the only ones to suffer from this disorder. Adults are finding that they are suffering from the symptoms of this behavioral disorder.
Compared to someone who does not suffer from ADHD, the person who does often finds it difficult to focus on any one task for any length of time without becoming distracted by even the smallest distractions. The ADHD mind struggles with impulsiveness and restlessness.
The CDC estimates that approximately 4.4 million children(4-17 yrs) in schools today suffer from ADHD and are under the care of a physician.
Diagnosis for this behavioral disorder cannot be done in a laboratory with blood work. This behavioral disorder requires observations and interactions with the patient and a specialist, such as the diagnostician at Diagnostic Learning Services.
If you are concerned about yourself or your child, contact your physician and make the call to Diagnostic Learning Services to schedule an evaluation.
