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Are you afraid your child with a disability will struggle and fail at college? You can stop the struggle! Knowledge is power!! Welcome to College, Disabilities, and Success! Get my insider's look at how disability services work on college campuses. As a former college Learning Disability Specialist, Disability Services Coordinator, and LD high school teacher, I can help you! Do you understand the power of Disability Services at college? Do you understand how your child's privacy changes at 1 ...
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Discover the secrets to college transition, disability accommodations, and academic success for students with learning disabilities, ADHD, and mental health conditions. Join Dan Jordan, a current therapist at a university and former accessibility coordinator for over a decade, as he provides weekly insider tips and insights to improve your student’s self-advocacy, academic achievement, and personal wellness. Get the essential information you need to navigate the college journey from start to ...
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Procrastination is a familiar challenge for many college students. It can lead to stress, poor grades, and missed opportunities. However, overcoming procrastination in college is possible with the right strategies. In this episode, I'll explore effective solutions to help students break the cycle of procrastination and boost their productivity. Hel…
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Starting college is an exhilarating time filled with new experiences, friends, and opportunities. However, many first-year students fall into the trap of overloading on social activities, which can lead to burnout and negatively impact academic performance. In this episode, I'll explore why finding a balance between social life and academics is cru…
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Navigating the demands of college life can be challenging for anyone, but for students with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), it can feel overwhelming. Early intervention and seeking help promptly can be the key to unlocking academic success and personal well-being. In this blog post, we’ll explore why it’s crucial for college studen…
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Academic pressure in college is a common experience for students worldwide. Balancing coursework, exams, and assignments can be overwhelming, leading to stress and anxiety. However, with the right strategies, you can effectively manage academic pressure and thrive in your college journey. In this episode, I explore practical techniques to help your…
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One of the most common mistakes first-year college students make is ignoring the wealth of academic resources available to them. These resources are designed to support students’ learning and help them succeed academically. In this episode, I will discuss the importance of utilizing academic resources, common reasons students ignore them, and pract…
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Starting college is an exciting milestone, but it can also be a time of emotional upheaval. Many students experience homesickness as they adjust to a new environment, make new friends, and face academic challenges. Homesickness in college is common, but with the right strategies, you can overcome it and enjoy your college experience to the fullest.…
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Last week I hope you and your student learned a lot about effective note taking. This week, Katie Azevedo is back for part 2, effective study strategies. I know from my 15 years on a college campus, that a student can have a great mindset, wellness plans, and time management, but that student won’t succeed if they don’t have good study skills. So, …
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All September long are episodes for your first year college student to develop the skills, mindset, and plans needed to be a successful college student. Today is part one of a two part interview with my special guest Katie Azevedo. Part one is about note taking. Note taking is an essential skill set for learning in the classroom. Knowing how to tak…
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Starting college is a significant milestone, but it also comes with its challenges. One common mistake first-year students make is not seeking help early. Whether it's academic, emotional, or social support, reaching out for help can make a substantial difference in your college experience. We explore why seeking help early is crucial, common barri…
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The first month of college is an exciting and transformative time and the time for first year- college student mistakes. Newfound independence, new friends, and a new academic environment present both opportunities and challenges. However, this transition period is often accompanied by common mistakes that can affect a student's academic and person…
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Starting college is an exciting milestone, but it also brings numerous challenges. One of the most common mistakes first-year students make is neglecting self-care. The demands of academic life, social activities, and newfound independence can lead to poor health habits. Prioritizing self-care is crucial for maintaining physical and mental well-bei…
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There are questions you can ask and should ask of the college accessibility staff. Last week was orienting you to the world of accessibility work, in part, and why some questions cannot be answered. However, these questions you can ask. These questions should be part of you college tour and college choice process. It adds some vital information for…
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I know the pressure and worry about accommodations and making sure your son or daughter gets what they need. As a parent of a son with specific learning disabilities and dyslexia, I worried about the same thing. I get it. It takes a lot of willpower not to take over the process and get it done. I understand that if it gets done, that is just one le…
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Today, Dr. Cam Casswell gives us her insights into how we, as parents, can prepare ourselves and our teens to make the bigh shift to college. It's a big transition and comes with it's own fears, anxieties, and issues. How do parents cope, deal, and manage all those emotions? What can parents do so thier emotions and reactions don't get in the way o…
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College mental health is one of my favorite subjects. I can literally talk about it all day long. What does a student need to do to be mentally healthy? Here are eight episodes all about how to help your student with ADHD, a learning disability, or mental health condition stay mentally well now and throughout thier college journey. Are you on my em…
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Here are some of my favorite episodes that you may not have heard. These contain some of the most overlooked, but essential information. Each of these episodes fills a gap in information and guidance that is hard to find. Yet, this episode highlights past episodes covering critical topics like documentation requirements, gap year considerations, co…
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Developing the right mindset for time management for college is a critical change some students don't make. It's unfortunate because being more skilled at time management can mean the world for your grades. It also means having more social time, more fun, less stress, and being responsible. If students don't develop the skills, then they have a har…
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There’s a lot of information about college transition and success. Yet, most are not practical and don’t come from those involved in college. So, what are some of the simple and over looked college succes tips? I warn you that none of these college success tips are complicated. Yet, as I've stated before, 'simple doesn't mean easy.' Most are going …
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I’ve said it before. K-12 does a horrible job of teaching self-advocacy. I find it tragic and neglectful that it’s not taught. A ton of people advocate for it, emphasize it, and even set goals for it. But they all get it wrong. What’s the best way to teach it and what do you need to do for your student to learn to self-advocate? Here are eight epis…
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Being prepared and preparing your student for college are shared goals. The better they are prepared, the less regret you have and possibly less stress. How do you get your senior with a hidden disability prepared to make the shift to college? For students with ADHD, learning disabilities, dyslexia, and mental health conditions, there is a lot more…
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There's a lot with college transition. As a parent who's done this twice already, I can tell you that there are always things you wish you did or said differently. Yep, I've been on a college campus for a minute for sure, but that does not mean I did everything right. I made mistakes. Not happy about it, but I get to pass on my experiences and less…
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Guide your teen from high school to college with these 10 episodes. I have 10 of the most important podcast episodes all to help you and your student. It's a list of the college transition essential informaiton. For students with hidden disabilities, it can be a game changer. I can guarantee this information was not in your IEP or 504 plan or trans…
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Dad's you have a special role to play in your student's college journey and self-advocacy. It's unlike any other role because your connection to your student is uniqe and special. What you bring to the plate is needed for your student's college success and a better college transition. Student's with disabilites like ADHD, learning disabilities, and…
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May is all about getting ready before graduation. Today is about the three things you and your student need to do before they graduate. For students with hidden disabilities like ADHD, learning disabilities, and mental helath conditions, there's a bit more to do before college starts. What are those three things and how do they help with college tr…
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Getting prepared for college is a huge task. Theres's not just the parctical stuff like bedding, snacks, food, mini-fridge etc. There is also the adult topics to discuss. As a parent of a college student, these topics are critical to have. Why? No regrets. None at all. Even if something happens, which I pray it doesn't, at least you know, as a pare…
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This is the second in a series this month all about copllege transition tips for parents and getting prepared. College transition is hard especially for students with ADHD, learning disabilities, and mental health conditions. Getting disability accommodations is vital as well as maintaining time management and mental wellbeing. What if something go…
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accessingcollege.com/college-success-revealing-the-top-3-areas-you-need-to-know/May is College Prep month and I’m kicking it off with an episode to help guide you and your student. If you could only pick three things that would make every student with a hidden disability successful in college, what three things would you pick? If you’ve listened to…
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Everything in college relates to mental health. Here are a few examples. Anxious college students don't study as well and don't remember as much for tests. Stressed students are not as productive and sometimes will put off assignments making stress worse. Depressed students may miss classes which causes secondary anxiety and worry about the work th…
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Today on the podcast, Rebecca King is joining me to talk all things heathy eating and changing your relationship with food to be healthier for those with ADHD. She is diagnosed with ADHD too. Here's what you'll learn on this episode: What are some of the big issues around food and eating for those with ADHD? What is intuitive eating? How does this …
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All the episodes this month are about mental wellness. You will hear me say it over and over again, 'mental health is the foundation upon which everything else is built." It's true. Yet, we all fall off this wagon and it seems harder to do. Truth is, it's simple but simple doesn't mean easy. So, how do we get our student to buy into it and incorpor…
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Does your student have a sense of perfectionism? Do they get their self-worth from achieving good grades? Are the involved in a lot of different things? DO they have a type A personality? If so, your student may not be doing as well as it looks on the outside. Your student may be suffering on the inside. Overachievers succeed which can mask the pai…
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This podcast will help parents answer the question, "Does my student need a new evaluation and college?" I'll give you a 3 step process to help you determine the best answer to this important question for you and your student's cicumstances. Here are the links to the programs to help you and your student have a successful college transition and mak…
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Join me for a special podcast episode. I am covering a topic that is not often explored in disability circles, scholarships. I’m talking with Kara Walker and college scholarship expert on all things scholarships. Kara will walk us through the process of finding scholarships and the scholarship iceberg. She will answer the question, do students with…
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Dive deeper into the world of college services for students with learning disabilities, dyslexia, mental health conditions, and ADHD. There are a lot of services for every student at college. Which services does you student need to consider? And how do you factor college services into your student’s school choice? In this episode, learn how to help…
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In this episode of After the IEP, we tackle a crucial concern for parents and students alike – choosing the right college for individuals with disabilities. Navigating the complexities of college selection can be daunting, especially when it comes to accommodating specific needs. Join us as we discuss the importance of finding a college that aligns…
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In this insightful episode, we review self-advocacy examples that foster self-advocacy in college-bound students. Through the "I do, we do, you do" model, discover how to gradually empower them to self-advocate effectively. From scheduling their own appointments with healthcare professionals to handling takeout orders and picking up prescriptions (…
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In this podcast episode, we answer the question: Whay self-advocacy is important? This is a pivotal question for self-advocacy for college students with disabilities. While self-advocacy is widely acknowledged and supported, how to develop self-advocacy is absent from K-12. In addition, self-advocacy's significance within higher education and beyon…
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Unravel the complexities of college responsibilities in this episode! Gain valuable insights into managing daily tasks, notifying instructors, and optimizing accommodations for academic success. Learn how proactive communication and informed choices about accommodations impact the college journey. We explore the use of assistive technology, test ac…
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Tune in to our latest episode, "How To Eliminate The Sunday Scaries For Good," where we dive into practical strategies to bid farewell to that looming feeling of anxiety before the week begins. Do you know a student caught in the grip of the Sunday scaries? Discover how a simple shift in perspective can reframe those feelings from anxiety to normal…
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Welcome to "After the IEP," where we dive into navigating the college experience. In this episode, "College Transition Tips: Seeking help? What gets in the way?" we unpack the complexities surrounding asking for help in college. Parents often worry about their student's ability to seek assistance when needed. However, various factors hinder this pr…
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In this episode, we confront a common myth: the pursuit of life balance in college. This episode challenges the notion that balance is the ultimate goal for students. Ever heard someone clamor for more life balance? It's a familiar refrain, but here's the catch—balance might not be the panacea we imagine it to be. In fact, striving for it could lea…
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Welcome to the anniversary special of After the IEP! As we celebrate a year of incredible conversations and insights, join me in revisiting the top 10 episodes of 2023 that resonated most with our amazing audience. Starting off our countdown at number 10 is "Practical College Accommodations for Anxiety You Need to Know." From there, we'll journey t…
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Welcome to After the IEP! In this month’s episode, we're diving into a critical skill that can redefine your child's trajectory: resilience. Failure is inevitable, especially in the journey of a student. As parents, witnessing these setbacks can be tough, but fostering resilience can empower them to bounce back stronger. In this installment, we emb…
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Join us as we unravel the intricacies of decision-making and the impact our emotions can have on this process. Ever found yourself making decisions from extreme emotional states? It happens more often than we realize, impacting our college journey. In this episode, we delve into the dangers of emotion-based choices and strategies to triumph over th…
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Welcome to "After the IEP," where we're diving into the essential skillsets crucial for college triumphs. In this episode, "The Best Skillsets for Proven College Success," we unpack the roadmap to thrive in higher education. Crafted explicitly for soft skills development, the Soft Skills Planner is used. It's a personalized tool designed to cultiva…
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In this episode, we delve into the pivotal task of assessing your semester—especially when it seems like everything went smoothly. We explore the necessity of avoiding complacency and seeking areas for improvement even in successful times. We start by reflecting on what went well, conducting a comprehensive class review that delves into preferred e…
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I realize this will be a tough topic for most parents, but it's an essential aspect of education: letting your students fail. It might be difficult to do, and even harder to watch, but trust us, you'll never regret it. So, grab a notebook and pen, because we've got some invaluable insights coming your way. Failure is a fundamental part of the learn…
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Get ready for the ultimate guide to conquering finals with your college student on "After the IEP"! As the semester winds down, the pressure amps up. In this episode, we delve into strategies to support your student during this crucial period. Discover the importance of a wellness plan and how your student can navigate stress effectively. Whether t…
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Today, we're diving into a rather unconventional idea: the power of being more selfish. You heard that right, but before you raise your eyebrows, let us redefine what selfishness means. In this episode, we'll debunk the negative connotations associated with selfishness and show you how embracing it can benefit your college student with a disability…
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In today's episode, we're diving deep into the transformative effects of practicing gratitude and how it can significantly impact your life. You'll discover that something truly special happens when you embrace gratitude in your daily routine. Gratitude has the power to reduce stress, lower blood pressure, and even decrease your heart rate. It acts…
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