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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]DS struggled submitting homework  last year before diagnosis and treatment. His cumulative is GPA 3.1, solely due to inconsistent HW submission. He seems to be doing better while taking Concerta but executive functioning and organization continue to need work. I want to ask for a 504, but not sure what to ask for to help him succeed. Suggestions? Looking at the GPAs required by colleges has me frightened for his future.[/quote]

I don't have a high schooler, but I do have an elementary school child with ADHD PI (non hyper).  He doesn't have a 504, but his teachers since 3rd grade have made accommodations for him.  He gets priority seating (close to the teacher, so he is more likely to focus, and the teacher redirects him).  The teachers make sure he doesn't leave the classroom without writing the homework on his agenda and packing accordingly.  Both things make a huge difference and the teachers don't mind at all.  It was all their idea, every single year.  I think I will be asking for a 504 anyway before he goes to middle school.  It won't affect elementary school teachers because I would be asking for what they are already doing, but it will ensure he also get's help in middle school.  A friend has a daughter who has a 504 (ADHD/anxiety) and she gets extra time in her tests because the mere thought of a timed test gives the poor girl an anxiety attack.  I have also heard that keeping a large filing folder with tabs instead of a binder for each single class helps a lot.  A 504 may allow your child to carry one filing folder with 6 tabs, for all classes.  It is much easier to keep track of that one item, than a whole bunch of binders.  All the papers for that particular class go into that class folder, all withing the filing folder.  When the child get's home, he can take his time to organize the papers he has received into the class binders which are kept home.  I just re read my post, I hope the filing folder explanation is clear.  If not, I'll look for a picture to show you.  Good luck!!![/quote]

There are also wonderful zippered binders with tabbed folders.  Our DC started using one of these and organization has improved a lot.  It amazes me that schools around here don't design special school supply lists for kids with ADHD and/or LDs that incorporate binders likes these -- it's a simple, practical, low-cost solution in many cases.[/quote]

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