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Late ADHD or Autism Diagnosis in High School: What Parents Need to Know
A late ADHD or autism diagnosis in high school is more common than you think — and more manageable than it feels. This guide for parents covers the most important next steps: securing a psychoeducational evaluation, applying for SAT and ACT accommodations, understanding 504 plans vs. IEPs, and finding colleges with the right support infrastructure. You have more options than you think.
5 days ago5 min read


College Tips for Students with Learning Disabilities: What to Do After You Commit
You committed to college — now what? If you're looking for college tips on what's next for students with learning disabilities, this guide covers everything: registering with disability services, updating your documentation, building self-advocacy skills, and setting up executive function supports before day one.
Mar 304 min read


Choosing the Right College: Key Questions for Students with Learning Disabilities
This is a guide to what key questions to ask colleges in order to find the right support for students with learning disabilities.
Apr 8, 20255 min read


To Share or Not to Share? Navigating Disability Disclosure in College
A summary of what your should consider regarding disclosing your disability when applying to college.
Aug 7, 20244 min read


Navigating College Preparation for Your ADHD Teen: Essential Tips for Parents
Preparing for college can be a challenging task, especially for students with ADHD. The transition requires a set of skills that must be dev
Jun 17, 20243 min read


A Guide to College Accommodations as a Student with Disabilities
For college students with disabilities, registering with the disability services office early is crucial to secure reasonable accommodations
Apr 30, 20245 min read


College Decision Time: Key Factors for Neurodivergent Student Success
Final college decisions are in — but for neurodivergent students, choosing where to enroll means evaluating far more than academics. Here's a practical framework for making the right call.
Mar 7, 20247 min read


From High School 504s and IEPs to College Disability Services
Your student's high school IEP or 504 plan does not transfer to college — here's what changes, what documentation colleges actually require, and why self-advocacy becomes the most important skill your student can have.
Feb 7, 20242 min read


5 Challenges Autistic Students Face in College (and How to Prepare While in High School)
The transition to college presents unique challenges for autistic students — but with the right preparation in high school, your teen can build the social, academic, and self-advocacy skills they need to thrive.
Jan 8, 20244 min read


Empowering Neurodivergent College Success at Landmark College
Landmark College in Vermont is one of the few fully accredited colleges in the US built specifically for students with learning disabilities — here's what makes it worth considering.
Nov 14, 20232 min read


ADHD in College: It’s time to check in!
Your ADHD student promised they had it under control — but midterms are coming and the cracks are showing. Here's how to step in supportively without taking over.
Oct 3, 20233 min read


Unlocking Success: Why Registering with Disability Services in College Matters
By law, U.S. colleges and universities are required to provide reasonable accommodations to ensure education is accessible for students with
Sep 14, 20233 min read


7 Tips for Parents to Support their Overwhelmed or Lonely College Freshman
The panicked "I hate it here" call from your college freshman is more common than you think — especially for neurodivergent students. Here's how to respond in a way that actually helps.
Sep 5, 20233 min read


The 3 Levels of Supports for Neurodivergent Students
All colleges offer some disability support — but the level of that support varies enormously. Here's how to understand the three tiers and figure out which one is the right fit for your neurodivergent student.
Aug 13, 20233 min read


10 Tips for Talking to Professors about Your College Accommodations
SUMMARY Getting accommodations approved is only half the battle — actually using them effectively requires communicating directly with each professor, early and consistently. Research shows that students who proactively discuss their learning needs with professors are significantly more successful than those who don't. This post walks through 10 practical tips for having those conversations confidently, from scheduling your first meeting in week one to reminding professors ab
Jul 24, 20234 min read
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