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This survey is designed for you to begin to think about the areas you know — or may not know — related to college expectations and readiness. There are just 10 yes or no questions below. If you are not sure, please select “no.”

Survey Questions

Do you have ongoing transitional plans after graduation?(Required)
Are you aware of the academic requirements of college?(Required)
Do you know the boundaries related to FERPA and HIPAA?(Required)
Do you know what accommodations will and will not apply in a college setting?(Required)
Are you aware of the steps required to receive and keep financial aid?(Required)
Are you aware of the traditional expenses and the unexpected expenses of a college education?(Required)
Do you know where your child is currently meeting or not meeting academic expectations in relation to college standards?(Required)
Does your student consistently practice independent living skills without prompting (waking up on time, getting ready, medication management, etc.)?(Required)
Do you know what additional support your child will need outside of the college?(Required)
Does your student understand their learning difference and can express their needs in relation to obtaining accommodations?(Required)

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]]> Accessing Accessibility /events-resources/accessing-accessibility/ Fri, 31 Mar 2023 19:32:45 +0000 https://beacadmissions.wpengine.com/?p=467 This worksheet helps students evaluate their current accommodations and prepare proactively for their future college environment.

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]]> Awareness Survey for College-Bound Students /events-resources/awareness-survey/ Fri, 31 Mar 2023 19:30:35 +0000 https://beacadmissions.wpengine.com/?p=466 This awareness survey for collegebound students is designed to help parents and educators begin a conversation about college readiness.

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]]> 10 Questions to Ask When Visiting Colleges /events-resources/ten-questions-to-ask/ Fri, 31 Mar 2023 19:27:41 +0000 https://beacadmissions.wpengine.com/?p=465 This worksheet provides questions for students who learn differently and their familes to ask when visiting colleges to compare resources & outcomes.

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]]> College Search & Application Timeline /events-resources/college-preparation-timeline/ Fri, 31 Mar 2023 13:26:41 +0000 https://beacadmissions.wpengine.com/?p=427 A timeline for students with ADHD, dyslexia and other learning difference with key college preparation activities for each year of high school.

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