Academic Accommodations are special teaching or assessment strategies, human supports, and/or individualized equipment (ie: technology) that are implemented in order to address and reduce specific barriers in education that would otherwise negatively impact a student’s ability to learn and demonstrate learning for their grade-level.

Accommodations are often separated into three categories – Instructional accommodations, Environmental accommodations, and Assessment accommodations – which supports the student in working toward achieving regular grade expectations. Accommodations do not alter the curriculum expectations for the course. 

Modifications, which are different than accommodations, are also possible. Modifications refer to changes made in grade-level expectations that differ from regular grade expectations.

When I say “academic accommodations”, I am talking about way more than simply getting extra time on a test, or writing in isolation/ a quiet room.

While yes, these are possible academic accommodations, I am here to tell you that there are MANY more possibilities. AND that students with disabilities are actually legally entitled to said accommodations, under to the Ontario Human Rights Code (the Code).

However, often institutions do not offer or suggest these alternatives on their own accord, for a variety of reasons. That’s where I come in.

My many years of personal experience, educational training, professional contacts and team of consultants, knowledge of the inner workings of school systems and policies, along with my immense passion for advocating for the underdog, and at-times feisty (yet respectful) nature, I am the person you want supporting you on this journey.

I am here to help you navigate and challenge the school system so ensure that you are academically supported in a way that works for you.

well-equipped for the task of supporting you as you navigate and challenge the school system(s). I have a strong knowledge and inner working of different academic systems and institutions, as well as very helpful professional contacts who I consult with.