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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]While you wait for the testing results, you could contact any schools you’re interested in to see if they would consider a late application for his grade. If yes, you could explain that you are waiting on testing but will submit the app as soon as you get the results. In the meantime, write the essays and gather the transcripts, etc, to be ready to hit send. I would call Bullis and St Andrews if you’re in Rockville.[/quote]

Not St Andrew’s.  They’re are not good with kids like this.  They are not the school they used to be.  [/quote]

Great questions and sounds like you are getting good support in place, including the evaluation. It's not easy, and we have a student with similar needs so here are a few thoughts:

I agree with the comment about St. Andrews - we looked at the school for our ADHD student and the level of support is low.

Here are the options I'd explore in addition to the McLean School:
- Sandy Spring has small class sizes and a "flex program" (a small additional fee) that offers extra support for students with learning differences. 
- Good Counsel has the Ryken program, but they might take only freshmen. However, for students that self-advocate, a lot of support is available to all students.
- Stay in MCPS and hire an executive functioning/ADHD coach. Judith Bass or Lauren Eckert's businesses offer such services.
- Nora School in Silver Spring (might be a tough commute for you, but we know kids that are thriving there)
- Encourage your student to lean into their interests and strengths.
- Look into summer jobs that fit your kid's interests and temperament. Being a summer camp counselor has been transformational for our ADHD student who is outgoing and needs lots of movement and action. 
- Join CHADD and connect with other parents - good webinars and support groups are available.

Hope that helps and best wishes to you and your family![/quote]

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