Dyslexia, full disclosure?

HImom
Tue, 04 Oct 2011 14:11:48 +0000

Our kids have chronic medical conditions but did NOT have accommodations in HS. I believe both mentioned somewhere in their apps as did their HS Counselor the obstacles they overcame to get through HS and that it helped them.

They were granted accommodations for taking SAT in that they were allowed to take it in a separate, quieter room and allowed to eat and drink beverages during testing.

Once S was accepted by Us, I contacted each one to see how each would handle possible prolonged absences which COULD be caused by chronic medical condition. All but one of the Us assured us they would work with S & with us. We crossed off the U that said they’d “encourage”/force him to w/draw if he missed the equivalent of 2 weeks of school in a quarter.

It turned out that neither kid has needed or used accommodations at their U, tho both have registered with the disabilities office (S just graduated in 2010 & D will be getting her degree in 2012). Both work closely with their instructors to keep up with their work and deal with issues that may arise.

It may be useful for you & your child to have a meeting with the HS guidance counselor for advice about this issue as it applies to your child’s case and apps. Good luck!