The Dragonfly Forest

They have been given names such as devil’s darning needle, ear sewer, horse stinger, skeeter hawk, and the snake’s servant. Actually, Dragonflies are beneficial, peaceful, and stunning. You are a Dragonfly if you are: ADD/ADHD, dyslexic, dysgraphic, Asperger’s, NLVD, autistic…

Friday, April 24, 2015

You Can Attend College! So, Think College!

Have you ever thought that you are not smart enough to go to college?  Don't ever limit yourself!  Some Dragonflies just need a few accommodations but others need more intensive accommodations.  

Well, guess what? You can!  Did you know that The Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA PL 110-315) enacted in 2008 improves the access to postsecondary education for students with intellectual disabilities?  So even if you have profound Dyslexia or Dyscalculia you can still go to college. 

Check this video out of what it is like for students:  







Colleges around the United States are working to make a difference here's a great website to help you learn more about college options:  Think College! 

Never give up on a dream! 




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