Tagged: "Learning Disabilities"
Are You a Match? Interviewing Staff at the Disabilities Services Office
At the post secondary level, the sole purpose of accommodations is to give your student the opportunity to demonstrate mastery of course curriculum by minimizing or even eliminating the impact of a disability. The bottom line? Be proactive in knowing where to go and what services are available.
Getting to Know the Disability Services Office
For families of students with learning differences, one really important step in determining if a college is the fight fit is contacting the Disability Services Office. Initially, this relationship will center around documentation.
Compatibility & the Disability Services Office – Do you need it?
Given that self-advocacy is equated with success, establishing a positive relationship with a college or university needs to be a top priority. So, over the next couple of days, I'll talk about how to go about establishing a relationship with the Office of Disability Services.
Should Student With Learning Differences Disclose Information on Their Applications?
Should students disclose a learning difference on their applications?
Finding the Right Fit – Levels of Support for LD Students at the Post-Graduate Level
Students with learning disabilities and ADHD are applying to colleges and universities at increased rates. And while colleges and universities are making progress in leveling the academic playing field for qualified students, campus attitudes and special services programs continue to vary. Unlike public schools, colleges and universities are required by law only to make “reasonable [...]
Choosing the right college location: How independent are you?
Yesterday, I began this series with a general introduction to how students with learning differences can begin their search for the right college. Today, we are going to focus on location, location, location! Moving away from home can be challenging for all students regardless of whether or not they have a learning disability. However, some [...]
Gap Year Advice–A Presentation
Last week I was invited by Denver Academy to give a presentation on GAP year programs. Denver Academy serves students who have a variety of learning differences. My aim with the presentation was to make two points: 1. A Gap year is a productive time for young people. It is “stopping out” of school, not [...]
At Dean College, late-bloomers get 2d chance – The Boston Globe
This past summer I had the opportunity to visit Dean College in Franklin, Massachusetts. I didn’t really know what to expect. I knew of its strong reputation of helping kids who didn’t do so well in high school to get back on their feet, and I knew they have a strong program for students with [...]
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Mark Montgomery
A former college professor and administrator, Mark Montgomery, PhD, is a college insider who can demystify universities and deliver solid advice to students and their families.
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Katherine Price
Katherine Price has over 10 years of experience in admissions and student affairs at selective colleges and universities that enable her to counsel students for success.
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Cara Ray
Cara Ray is a former admissions officer, and has a Master's degree in Higher Education. She enjoys helping students navigate their educational path, whether toward small liberal arts schools or large public universities.
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Juliet Giglio
Juliet Giglio, M.F.A, heads our upstate New York office. In addition to general college advising, Juliet specializes in working with aspiring performing artists. She holds a professional certificate in college counseling.
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Andrea Aronson
Leading our New Jersey office, Andrea Aronson holds an MBA from the Wharton School and is a candidate for a certificate in college counseling from UCLA. As a marketing expert, she assists all students in presenting themselves in the best possible light.
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Heather Creech
Heather Creech is an award-winning teacher who with over 15 years of experience in helping students with special needs transition from high school to higher education.