To be fair and consistent in granting accommodations, HB follows specific guidelines when accepting documentation. These guidelines are based on industry standards, as well as those set forth by formal test administrators such as ACT and The College Board, which administers PSAT, SAT, and AP.
A written report detailing a comprehensive educational evaluation conducted by a qualified professional is necessary to receive classroom and testing accommodations. Reports must be current (within the past three years) and include the following:
- The student’s demographic and background information
- All relevant developmental, medical and academic history
- Assessment of the major domains of cognitive and academic functioning, including a list of tests administered, standard scores, and interpretation of the results
- A concise summary of the full diagnostic interview
- A clear diagnosis and statement of the disability (including DSM-5 code)
- A discussion of how the disability limits the student’s academic function
- Recommendations and rationale for specific academic accommodations
ADD/ADHD and psychiatric disorders are not learning disabilities, but they can affect learning. In order to receive accommodations, the evaluation must show the assessments and results used in determining a diagnosis and how the disability specifically negatively impacts the student’s academic skills. A letter or prescription from a treating physician is insufficient documentation.
