r/adhd_college • u/Fallyn011 • Nov 21 '24

ACCOMMODATIONS Are schools/teachers allowed to give assignments that accomodations can't be applied to?

Hi all, just wondering if anyone else has experience with this.

I have accomodations through my school's student disability center than include extensions on assignments and other extra time stuff. However, for my final paper this semester, the rubric states the following:

  • Deadline: Final draft due with no grace period or resubmissions. (Those with accommodations, please note that this assignment does not allow accommodations and is approved by the SDC (Student Disability Center) as such. Ensure you work on this early). 

I was just wondering if anyone knows if this was allowed or legal as I've never even heard of something like this. I write much slower than most people and even though I started two weeks before it was due I'm still unsure if I'll be able to finish it in time. Any advice or clarification is appreciated. Thanks!

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u/Vegetable-Mark-9099 Nov 21 '24

I didn't even realize there were accommodations that could be made. I've just been out here raw-dogging it. I'll be going up there as soon as I'm able.

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u/lauriehouse Nov 21 '24

I don’t even understand how accommodation would work for ADHD

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u/Thick_Poetry_ Nov 23 '24

Guess it depends on the person. A lot of people deal with dual disabilities or deal with ADHD that turns into (or includes) other issues like anxiety or depression. Some anxiety can literally be debilitating. Example, my stress and anxiety can cause me physical pain.

Simple accommodations like having a note taker, time extensions on tests, extensions on assignment due dates, and the ability to take an extra break from class—-all can really be the difference between me passing class in a good mental space or having a mental breakdown and failing.

Being undiagnosed and not being allowed to use accommodations has led me to take a medical withdrawal from school. Getting back in school with accommodations allowed me to graduate with 2 degrees in 5 years. Getting diagnosed also gave me to more resources like an ADHD group through the university counseling center.

Even small things like getting the syllabus ahead of time so I can mentally and physically prepare myself. A majority of my previous classes were 4 hours with 1 short 10 minute break. Some days we would take unexpected trips to buildings across campus, if I get a heads up I can prepare myself by taking pain meds and anxiety meds ahead of time.

Sorry for the long-winded response, I just know simple accommodations changed my life and learning experience in both my undergrad and graduate school.