Thank goodness for the IEP

[Joan Azarva]

I’m sure as a member of this list serve, you’re vigilant about seeing
that your child gets what’s needed for academic success. I raised a
son with LD/ADD, and I did the same. No school was going to care as
much as I did. As a result of our vigilance, many of our kids do
well in high school.

College, however, presents a whole new set of circumstances.
Suddenly, the IEP, the academic support, the tight structure, and our
advocacy cease to exist. Our kids find themselves in a far more
demanding situation and for the overwhelming majority, these new
demands are insurmountable. My son, because I am a college learning
specialist, beat the odds and graduated successfully. As I saw him
proceed through college seamlessly, I realized that others could as
well—provided they are properly prepared and have thorough knowledge
of the college system and its expectations.

If your child is in high school and contemplating college, do you find
yourself wondering if it’s a realistic choice? I had plenty of doubts
as high school graduation loomed ahead, and I know the other parents
in the class shared these thoughts.

Recently, it occurred to me that the answer to the question--Is my
teen capable of college?—can be answered by examining four factors. I
created a PowerPoint that I think will give you clarity.

http://docs.google.com/present/view?id=dfm9hp93_81hbcgvhd6

Hope this helps!
Joan Azarva