EPISODE DETAILS   * 2/13/2023 * The Childhood Collecitve * School Accommodations: Mythbusters Ep. 102   EPISODE SUMMARY   Throughout their life, our kids will spend over 2000 days in school before they graduate high school. For children with ADHD, school can be completely overwhelming! From struggling to sit still, to following multiple instructions... it’s no wonder they meltdown after a day at school! Accommodations can be a game changer, but there is a LOT of misinformation out there! Join us as we “bust” the myths that get in the way of supporting the kids who need it the most.    KEY TOPICS   * What are school accommodations?  [2:00] * Let’s bust some myths.  [3:09] * Quick note about executive function.  [4:36] * “They just need discipline.” [7:16] * “Their grades are just too good” [10:25] * “The teacher is already accommodating.” [17:08] * “What if they don’t learn the skills they need?” [21:56] * “What about the label?” [24:20] * Key takeaway.  [27:15] AFFILIATE INFORMATION  We can’t have your attention, and not mention Time Timer. As parents, we are looking for anything that will support our kids and make our lives easier. The original Time Timer does just that. In our homes, it allows us to teach our kids how to visualize time. This helps with activity transitions, independence, and building executive function skills. Trust our pro-tip; it’s a game changer!  Bonus: Head to https://www.timetimer.com/discount/TCC and use the code TCC to get a site-wide discount. RESOURCES & LINKS  Parenting is a culmination of so many responsibilities. One of the most important roles we hold as parents is that of advocate. It is our job to speak on behalf of our kids and forge a sustainable path for them. When your child has ADHD, this can be nuanced and complicated. We want to help! Take a look at the resources below, and don’t forget, we are here to help you.   * FREE School Guide: School Accommodations * Blog Post: Civil Rights Letter Summary * Online Course for ADHD at School: Shining at School * Time Timer Site  Code: TCC for a discount! * TCC Instagram * Have a question or want to share some thoughts? Shoot us an email at hello@thechildhoodcollective.com