Guest guest Posted April 27, 2012 Report Share Posted April 27, 2012 Hi. My little girl was diagnosed with ADD and OCD this year (ADD by a medical doctor and OCD by a therapist). Our school's child study team met and we wrote down accomodations for this school year... I made visual schedule for the teacher, the therapist gave suggestions that were followed, and the teacher is an awesome lady who learned to read my daughter's signs. NOW it is the end of the year and I am extremely anxious about next year. Next year there will be more standardized testing and changing classes. I think my daughter needs a 504. This seems to be a bad word in my district....I am putting on the gloves though and will fight this for her. My question for you guys... the director of special ed told me that OCD was not a disability but was more of a conduct disorder and would not qualify for a 504. I would have to show/argue that the ADD was the problem.... AS yall know the co-morbidity of both is the real problem, but the OCD is more seriously affecting her performance....SO How did you guys get a 504? Did you face opposition??? I need any and all advice. Thanks, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 28, 2012 Report Share Posted April 28, 2012 Hi, that is ridiculous!  I got a 504 for my son this year with just the diagnosis of OCD.  Just had to obtain a letter from the psychiatrist confirming the dx and that this dx affects his ability to perform to his potential.  Now, getting the school to actually provide the accommodations--that's another story. ________________________________ To: " " < > Cc: " " < > Sent: Saturday, April 28, 2012 7:13 AM Subject: Re: 504 Request--Please help  > Hi. My little girl was diagnosed with ADD and OCD this year (ADD by a medical doctor and OCD by a therapist). Our school's child study team met and we wrote down accomodations for this school year... I made visual schedule for the teacher, the therapist gave suggestions that were followed, and the teacher is an awesome lady who learned to read my daughter's signs. NOW it is the end of the year and I am extremely anxious about next year. Next year there will be more standardized testing and changing classes. I think my daughter needs a 504. This seems to be a bad word in my district.... > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 30, 2012 Report Share Posted April 30, 2012 Hi,  I saw this email and had to chime in. My 12-year-old, 6th grade daughter has a 504 plan for OCD. She was diagnosed by her psychologist last year, and so far we have encountered nothing but 100% support and flexiblity from school staff--everyone from social workers through all teachers and nurses. Contrary to what you were told by that special ed director, OCD IS recognized as a disability by the American With Disabilities act, and students with this diagnosis are absolutely legally entitled to educational accommodations.  Specifically, my daughter gets extended time for tests, takes tests separately, and has modified homework. Her teachers email her a weekly assignment schedule each Monday. She also has constant access to the social worker, when she gets panicky. Words can't express what a relief the 504 has been for our family. The OCD-related stress in our household has been drastically reduced, thanks to a nurturing, open-minded, and progressive school system. You are doing the right thing to fight for these accommodations for your daughter!  Best of luck, Jen ________________________________ To: Sent: Saturday, April 28, 2012 7:34 PM Subject: Re: Re: 504 Request--Please help  Yes, as a special educator of umpteen years, I am horrified to hear that the director of Special Ed is so ill-informed. OCD is NOT related to conduct disorder. It is a neurobiological disorder for which evidence is strong has a genetic component. I, too, would be happy to help you put together info to " educate " this uninformed educator. Re: 504 Request--Please help Exactly correct - its IS INDEED a medical condition. The Child MD can easiy write a letter - it should be fairly straightforward. It's surprising to me that a Director of Special Ed - wouldn't understand that...CONDUCT DISORDER....Wow...he needs to be educated... I'd be happy to send him lots of research! > > Hi. My little girl was diagnosed with ADD and OCD this year (ADD by a medical doctor and OCD by a therapist). Our school's child study team met and we wrote down accomodations for this school year... I made visual schedule for the teacher, the therapist gave suggestions that were followed, and the teacher is an awesome lady who learned to read my daughter's signs. NOW it is the end of the year and I am extremely anxious about next year. Next year there will be more standardized testing and changing classes. I think my daughter needs a 504. This seems to be a bad word in my district....I am putting on the gloves though and will fight this for her. > My question for you guys... the director of special ed told me that OCD was not a disability but was more of a conduct disorder and would not qualify for a 504. I would have to show/argue that the ADD was the problem.... AS yall know the co-morbidity of both is the real problem, but the OCD is more seriously affecting her performance....SO How did you guys get a 504? Did you face opposition??? I need any and all advice. > > Thanks, > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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