Accommodations
Common supports in general and special education.
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In-depth articles to help you navigate this area with confidence.
Accommodations
Writing problems show up as spelling, handwriting, organizing ideas, finishing work, or refusing to write. Clear questions ask what support is written, who owns it, and how you will know it is working.
6 min read · Updated July 22, 2026
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Discovering that an accommodation your child relied on—extended time, a scribe, a movement break, preferential seating—simply disappeared from the IEP without a meeting is unsettling, and understandably makes parents wonder whether the school can just make changes like this. In most cases, the answer is no: a full IEP review and revision generally requires a meeting where you participate, and if the school moves forward with a change you disagree with, you are entitled to written notice explaining why. This guide walks through what the rules actually require, how "minor changes without a meeting" work, and the specific steps to take if you discover a support has quietly vanished.
12 min read · Updated July 20, 2026
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ADHD affects attention, impulse control, and self-regulation in ways that show up differently at 9am math than at 2pm reading, which is why a single generic accommodation rarely covers everything. This guide breaks down the accommodations parents most often see on IEPs and 504 plans, explains which specific struggle each one is meant to address, and gives sample language for requesting supports that actually match what your child needs rather than a boilerplate list.
10 min read · Updated July 20, 2026
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Accommodations change how a student accesses learning; modifications change what a student is expected to learn. The distinction sounds small, but it affects grading, diploma tracks, and whether a support belongs on a 504 plan or requires an IEP. This guide breaks down real classroom examples, the gray areas that confuse even experienced teachers, and the questions to bring to your child's next meeting.
10 min read · Updated July 20, 2026
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Executive function is the set of mental skills that let a student start work, hold multi-step directions in mind, organize materials, shift between tasks, and check their own work—and when these skills are weak, a capable student can still look chronically unprepared or "unmotivated." This guide breaks executive function down into the specific skills that actually break down at school, matches each one to accommodations that target it directly, and explains how to get those supports written into an IEP or 504 plan clearly enough that any teacher can follow them.
11 min read · Updated July 20, 2026
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A written accommodation is not optional once it's part of a 504 plan or IEP—but implementation gaps are common, especially with substitute teachers, new staff, or busy classrooms. This guide walks through confirming exactly what the plan requires, documenting the gap, writing a clear request to the case manager or 504 coordinator, and escalating calmly if the problem does not improve.
10 min read · Updated July 20, 2026
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The decision about which accommodations go on an IEP involves a team, including parents, teachers, and specialists. Understanding the process helps you advocate effectively for your child.
5 min read · Updated June 30, 2026
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Assistive technology can be both an accommodation and a related service in special education. Understanding the difference helps in advocating for the right support for your child.
5 min read · Updated June 30, 2026
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When your child with a 504 Plan or IEP changes schools, understanding the transfer process is crucial. Learn how to ensure accommodations and services continue seamlessly.
5 min read · Updated October 19, 2023
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