<p>We’re looking at a range of bs for our D and so far her school has left the issue of her issues up to us. How would such “high profile” schools as Exeter, Hotchkiss, Milton, Taft, for instance, perceive her uniqueness and her potential need for extra time. She has won multiple academic awards, has earned either high honors or honors these past three years, is a published poet, peer mediator, soccer and lacrosse team player (though not a jock), horse back rider, fencer, dancer, theatre hand, volunteer at our local zoo. She is also highly gifted in the visual arts, and remains curious and open to learning. She adores Harkness classrooms since she’s fascinated by discussions and is a constant contributor. Kind of a nerd but is great with adults and is well-liked by peers. Could her triumphing over LD qualify as a hook? Would she be at a disadvantage at the above schools due to LD? What say you?!</p>
<p>Academic performance/capability gets priority attention and your D is on solid ground, plus she has requisite ECs (and then some). What’s the nature of your concern? Just extra time for testing? I have experience with BS and an LD child if you would like to PM me. </p>
<p>All schools have students with LDs, including those you mentioned, but accommodations or services for LDs vary from clandestine support (my term), to posting on the web what accommodations they offer (e.g., Choate). [Choate</a> Rosemary Hall: Academics » Academic Support Services](<a href=“http://www.choate.edu/academics/academicsupportser.aspx]Choate”>http://www.choate.edu/academics/academicsupportser.aspx)</p>
<p>Some LDs are in fact brilliant academic performers, while others have been academically hobbled by their LD, often with attendant loss of self-confidence. Bottom line: given your D’s success, I don’t see a problem.</p>
<p>Cheers</p>
<p>Thank you, Klements. What is PM? I would in fact greatly appreciate more information–how much LD info goes into our school applications, for instance. Sounds like you’re an excellent source.</p>
<p>PM = personal message. You should be able to send me one by clicking on my “name.” I will send you one to initiate. Cheers</p>
<p>Rubricon: I should also have included this link, given your interest in Hotchkiss:</p>
<p>[The</a> Hotchkiss School - Academics - Academic Support Services - Learning Disabilities](<a href=“http://www.hotchkiss.org/academics/academic-support-services/learning-disabilities/index.aspx]The”>http://www.hotchkiss.org/academics/academic-support-services/learning-disabilities/index.aspx)</p>
<p>Some schools will say up front that they’re not equipped to deal with LD. There are many schools, however, that have “Learning Centers” or offices that help guide a student who needs assistance. Can’t hurt to ask.</p>
<p>Some schools are very hands on. There are others where you have to hit the ground running and there is no time for extra time. Sigh. </p>
<p>It comes down to finding the right “fit” for your bright child and the most coveted schools may not necessarily be the best ones for every kid.</p>