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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Why can’t said athlete apply test-optional like a non-athlete could?

Also, if you are concerned before the kid has even taken a test that he won’t be able to score a 900, then there is something going on that should be addressed before he heads off for college - learning style, necessary academic accommodations, etc. [/quote]

Student has an IEP. Parents are not very college/test prep savvy. I am the one assuming the student is not likely to score 900 without prep.[/quote]
1 - make sure the student has every accommodation available to them due to the learning difference.   I can't find a good link right now - but there are options and the student should have access to them. 
2 - I am not up on the #s - but the NCAA used to require a minimum SAT / GPA combo.   Find out now what the floor is for both to make sure not only are you working the SAT side but the GPA is a focus as well.  They used to not count certain classes in calculating the GPA - see if you can find someone with a definitive answer.
3 - preparing for the SAT - Use the resources you can.   For the SAT math, you can use a calculator.  Bring the right one - and know how to use it.  Some test prep companies have calculator apps they have created.  You do not need to go over board here - just be aware and get the simplest for the student to be successful.:  https://blog.arborbridge.com/what-types-calculators-allowed-act-sat-past
4 - Finding a tutor / test prep program - I would reach out to schools like Siena and Lab School and see if they have test prep tutors on their websites.   Possibly call McLean and ask if there is a test prep organization that students work with.     Link to Siena Tutors:  https://www.thesienaschool.org/siena-plus/siena-tutors.cfm      Link to Lab School Tutors:  https://www.labschool.org/sites/default/files/2022-04/TutoringList_4.1.22.pdf  [/quote]

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