Anonymous wrote:The truth is that there is no “generally”. These are handled case-by-case at all the top 3/5/7 schools, with the decision based on the specific student and the specific requested accommodations.

And always with the option to counsel out the student should the school decide not to accommodate.

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Anonymous wrote:I've taught at one of the Big 3 for 20 years and can attest to the dramatic increase in students who receive extra time. In one class this semester, 70% of students receive extra time. I'd say about 25% of this 70% actually use this extra time when taking assessments in my class. Draw your own conclusions from this observation.

What do you teach? My dyslexic child gets extra time on all tests but only needs it on writing-heavy tests, like history tests, English essay exams, and very occasionally science. Never needs it for math. If you were her math teacher and decided to “draw your own conclusions” you’d be a jerk.

Mother of a child with similar situation. Yes, no need to look your nose down at a kid who doesn't use their accommodations every time.

The truth is that there is no “generally”. These are handled case-by-case at all the top 3/5/7 schools, with the decision based on the specific student and the specific requested accommodations.

Anonymous wrote:This is interesting to me as a new parent in the MS at NCS. My daughter would love extra time on tests in one subject but I don’t think she would actually qualify for it. Do you think all of these girls getting extra time on tests have demonstrated actual need? It doesn’t seem to ring true to me from my observations, limited as they may be.

Ge grateful your kid doesn't need it.

Anonymous wrote:I've taught at one of the Big 3 for 20 years and can attest to the dramatic increase in students who receive extra time. In one class this semester, 70% of students receive extra time. I'd say about 25% of this 70% actually use this extra time when taking assessments in my class. Draw your own conclusions from this observation.

What do you teach? My dyslexic child gets extra time on all tests but only needs it on writing-heavy tests, like history tests, English essay exams, and very occasionally science. Never needs it for math. If you were her math teacher and decided to “draw your own conclusions” you’d be a jerk.

Former parent here. It's an intense rigorous academic environment which causes anxiety. That said The Teaching and Learning Center is a huge piece of the curriculum and it's excellent. All the girls use it. The schools takes accomodations very seriously. On top of addressing issues like ADHD and anxiety, the TLC is on the cutting edge of supporting students - finding apps and other resources to support executive function and other areas of performance success.

I've taught at one of the Big 3 for 20 years and can attest to the dramatic increase in students who receive extra time. In one class this semester, 70% of students receive extra time. I'd say about 25% of this 70% actually use this extra time when taking assessments in my class. Draw your own conclusions from this observation.

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Anonymous wrote:I don’t know the neuropsychology appointment is at least 4k and you also need notes from a teacher. I don’t believe you can just shop a diagnosis.

Have you never met any of the hyper competitive parents in DC? The ones who will spend any amount to get a leg up? Believe me, the cost of the neuropsych consultation is hardly a barrier.

Exactly. That poster's naivete made me LOL. Rich parents will do anything to " get a leg up".

Anonymous wrote:I don’t know the neuropsychology appointment is at least 4k and you also need notes from a teacher. I don’t believe you can just shop a diagnosis.

Have you never met any of the hyper competitive parents in DC? The ones who will spend any amount to get a leg up? Believe me, the cost of the neuropsych consultation is hardly a barrier.

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Anonymous wrote:This is interesting to me as a new parent in the MS at NCS. My daughter would love extra time on tests in one subject but I don’t think she would actually qualify for it. Do you think all of these girls getting extra time on tests have demonstrated actual need? It doesn’t seem to ring true to me from my observations, limited as they may be.

You can research how to answer questions for a neuropsych. I knew a few people who shopped around for ADD diagnoses in law school for extra time and for ritalin. I would not be surprised high school kids were doing the same decades later

Yep, these seem to be for sale these days. It's a problem at our private. The prevalence in the general population versus the prevalence in the school are too far apart. One of the administrators has privately acknowledged the problem, but there is little they can do about it.

The TLC is great. My DD received 1.5 time and the use of a computer for essay tests. They will work with your daughter to help her succeed. The real issue is the homework. It took my DD a long time to do the nightly work after sports. Medicated during the school day, but if she took any meds (even a light dose) at night she struggled to fall asleep at a reasonable time. In hindsight, I would have encouraged a different high school without a sports requirement so homework could start earlier.

Anonymous wrote:My DD received 1.5 time on tests at NCS based on testing that was originally done in middle school. She didn't receive class notes or any extended time to hand in assignments. The other recommendations from her neuropsych testing including sitting toward the front of the room, etc., but weren't really need in the small classes at NCS. Good luck.

My daughter had the same experience. We noticed several signs of inattentive adhd in 6th grade. She wasn't getting bad grades, but the effort to do well seemed too stressful. We talked to our pediatrician and got a recommendation for a neuropsych. We did not "shop around" for a pre-determined conclusion, but in the end our concerns were confirmed by a well regarded psychologist and full neuropsych which is a lot more than "answering questions specific ways".

Our child thrived in middle and now high school (current senior). I hate that people are suspicious of kids getting extra time thinking that the system is being "gamed" by everyone. I have a hard time believing that many would want their kid to take medication that wasn't necessary.

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Anonymous wrote:My kid just finished a neuropsych exam. Will NCS generally honor accommodation requests (assuming the recommendation is for extra time, etc?)
We're not trying to work the system (at all)--kid is really struggling and anxiety is out of control regarding keeping up with the workload and in-class assignments.
Yes, we're also exploring other options for next year.

Schools are legally required to do so

Not privates.

Anonymous wrote:My kid just finished a neuropsych exam. Will NCS generally honor accommodation requests (assuming the recommendation is for extra time, etc?)
We're not trying to work the system (at all)--kid is really struggling and anxiety is out of control regarding keeping up with the workload and in-class assignments.
Yes, we're also exploring other options for next year.

Schools are legally required to do so

Have to agree. It’s a harsh environment. If you are already looking to change schools, OP, perhaps they will work with you for the next semester.