Some students with AD/HD can be successful in school with basic supports or accommodations that teachers often provide just because the child needs a little extra help. These strategies are often labeled "good teaching strategies." Other students who are struggling require services under Sections 504 or IDEA ( Individuals with Disabilities Education Act). Many students can be served successfully under Section 504, but others with more challenging struggles require but others with more challenging struggles require support pursuant to IDEA. If the multidisciplinary team decides that the student would benefit from services afforded by the IEP process, the child will probably qualify under the Other Health Impairment (OHI) category. (IDEA and Section 504 are discussed.

" In order to get from what was to what will be, you must go through what is." - -

Now that you've put together a rough draft of your personal story, it's time to " categorize" it to see where it fits into the broad framework of challenges facing individuals with developmental disabilities. Tying your story to an issue will help you focus on what specifically needs to be changed

Life issues for individuals with developmental disabilities typiclly fall into one of four categories:

           1. Living

           2. Learning

           3. Working

           4. Participating

Check the category that best fits your story.