My 16 year old teen is in an academically advanced program, thru his high school, where he is taking college courses now, in 11th grade. He is diagnosed as ADHD, it is in his school record & he does have a 504 plan. I have already experienced being shut out by the college (NO 504, no progress reports, etc.). How can I help him at this point to help adjust to this new college life, as his executive functioning disorder is really wreaking havoc?
Lillian Fairley Thank you for reaching out and for watching. There are several things you can do. One is to take his 504 plan and start meeting with DSS offices at colleges in o find a good fit. The second thing is to get him a coach specializing in working with ADHD students. You can watch my other videos on coaching and go to the Edge Foundation website to get information. Edge foundation.org.
@@roberttudisco4798 Thank you so very much for the advise (and so quick too); however, one main issue is that I do not have the option to shop for the best college for him because the academic program is already partnered with a specific community college, where he will earn an AA degree and also to a specific university (online) where he will earn a BS degree. It is completely paid for by the Board of Education (including tuition, books and transportation). I will definitely be sure to take his 504 to the community college, once they return to campus after this virus scare is over. I have already been binge watching your videos, so I am working on getting him a coach (also suggested thru his assessment at Kennedy Krieger (part of Johns Hopkins hospital). Thank you again for taking time out to converse with me......be blessed and stay healthy & safe:)
If one is undiagnosed with learning disabilities and / or ADHD, they graduate from college and possibly graduate school, maybe the transition to the workplace maybe tougher , @roberttudisco the workplace does not accommodate LD and / or ADHD, however many qualifications one has . Undiagnosed ADHD and / or undiagnosed learning disabilities looking for work can be tough .
The workplace is required to provide accommodations under Section 504 and the ADA, however it requires the employee to self report their disability, provide a documented diagnosis and request reasonable accommodations.
@@roberttudisco4798 Have you considered collaborating with with the channel How to ADHD? I feel that they would greatly benefit from your knowledge of the legal matters surrounding ADHD and your channel would benefit from the increased exposure.
There are a number of colleges that are known to be disability friendly schools. Unfortunately, I don’t know of any law schools. However, there are a few that have disability law programs for students who wish to practice in the field. They may be a good start, even though there are far too few. In NY, Pace University Law School has a disability Law Center. You may also check with the Association for Higher Education and Disability (AHEAD.org). They may have more information.
My 16 year old teen is in an academically advanced program, thru his high school, where he is taking college courses now, in 11th grade.
He is diagnosed as ADHD, it is in his school record & he does have a 504 plan. I have already experienced being shut out by the college (NO 504, no progress reports, etc.). How can I help him at this point to help adjust to this new college life, as his executive functioning disorder is really wreaking havoc?
Lillian Fairley Thank you for reaching out and for watching. There are several things you can do. One is to take his 504 plan and start meeting with DSS offices at colleges in o find a good fit. The second thing is to get him a coach specializing in working with ADHD students. You can watch my other videos on coaching and go to the Edge Foundation website to get information. Edge foundation.org.
@@roberttudisco4798 Thank you so very much for the advise (and so quick too); however, one main issue is that I do not have the option to shop for the best college for him because the academic program is already partnered with a specific community college, where he will earn an AA degree and also to a specific university (online) where he will earn a BS degree. It is completely paid for by the Board of Education (including tuition, books and transportation). I will definitely be sure to take his 504 to the community college, once they return to campus after this virus scare is over.
I have already been binge watching your videos, so I am working on getting him a coach (also suggested thru his assessment at Kennedy Krieger (part of Johns Hopkins hospital).
Thank you again for taking time out to converse with me......be blessed and stay healthy & safe:)
If one is undiagnosed with learning disabilities and / or ADHD, they graduate from college and possibly graduate school, maybe the transition to the workplace maybe tougher , @roberttudisco the workplace does not accommodate LD and / or ADHD, however many qualifications one has . Undiagnosed ADHD and / or undiagnosed learning disabilities looking for work can be tough .
The workplace is required to provide accommodations under Section 504 and the ADA, however it requires the employee to self report their disability, provide a documented diagnosis and request reasonable accommodations.
Thank you for the very insightful speeches!
Thank you for watching and for taking the time to reach out. Please share with anyone you think might benefit.
@@roberttudisco4798 Have you considered collaborating with with the channel How to ADHD? I feel that they would greatly benefit from your knowledge of the legal matters surrounding ADHD and your channel would benefit from the increased exposure.
Do you know any good websites or sites to find excellent law schools for students with disabilities?
There are a number of colleges that are known to be disability friendly schools. Unfortunately, I don’t know of any law schools. However, there are a few that have disability law programs for students who wish to practice in the field. They may be a good start, even though there are far too few. In NY, Pace University Law School has a disability Law Center. You may also check with the Association for Higher Education and Disability (AHEAD.org). They may have more information.