#49 Beyond High School: Preparing Your Dyslexic Student for College Success
Are you currently navigating the daunting leap from high school to college with a dyslexic student, or looking ahead to prepare for this important transition? Today, I unravel the complexities of college accommodations and reveal how you can ensure your child's documentation meets stringent college standards.
In this episode, you’ll also hear about the shift in the legal requirements from high school to college, and we explore why self-advocacy becomes paramount, plus I share how to cultivate this crucial skill before your child steps onto campus.
After listening, you’ll discover the essential timing for college prep, the key differences between high school and college support systems, and I even give you actionable steps tailored to your child's grade level. If you're seeking clarity and confidence in the journey beyond high school, this episode is your essential guide!
Topics Covered:
- Why sophomore year is considered the ideal starting point for this preparation, and the key advantages doing this provides [2:03]
- The ways in which college documentation requirements differ from high school and what to do if you’re not sure if your child’s documentation is sufficient [3:20]
- How this shift alters the responsibilities of both the student and the institution regarding accommodations [5:08]
- Why the skill of self-advocacy is considered crucial, and some of the practical steps parents can take to foster its development [7:35]
- How it is essential for parents to shift from a management to a consultant role, and can be done to maintain a supportive presence as the child progresses beyond high school [9:32]
Key Takeaways
- Updated documentation is non-negotiable, as colleges have stricter documentation requirements than high schools
- Self-advocacy is more paramount after high school, so start practicing self-advocacy skills early and consistently
- Understand that legal protections change significantly at the college level, and things such as IEPs and 504 plans do not transfer to college
- Begin preparing for the college transition during your child's sophomore year, as this allows ample time for necessary evaluations, college research, and the development of crucial self-advocacy skills
When you're ready to work with me, here are 3 ways I can help you:
Join the waitlist to find out when my long-awaited course, Untangling Dyslexia: From Identification to IEP, opens up again!
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