#165: 504 Plan vs. IEP: Which One Does My ADHD Child Need?

SHINING WITH ADHD #165: 504 Plan vs. IEP: Which One Does My ADHD Child Need?The Childhood Collective9/11/2024SUMMARYWhen it comes to getting school support for kids with ADHD, many parents are confused: Should my child with ADHD be on a 504 Plan? IEP? Can I have both? What should I even ask for? And WHY are there so many acronyms?? Don't worry, we've got you! In this episode, we talk through the key differences between these two plans, and how to understand what your child needs. With the right support, we know your child can shine at school.MEET OUR TEAMWe are Lori, Mallory, and Katie. Lori and Mallory are child psychologists, and Katie is a speech language pathologist. Most importantly, we are moms, just like you. After working with families over a combined total of 40 years, we saw a need to provide ongoing support and education to parents raising children with ADHD.LINKS + RESOURCESSchool Accommodations GuideShining at School CourseEpisode #165 TranscriptThe Childhood Collective InstagramHave a question or want to share some thoughts? Shoot us an email at [email protected] in this episode:Board Games for Kids with ADHDBoard games are a natural way to help kids build their executive functioning and cooperation skills. When we polled the community about your favorite board games for kids with ADHD, you gave us hundreds of ideas! We narrowed them down to the games that got the most votes, and sorted them by age. Check out our top recommendations for board games for kids with ADHD, and let us know how it goes. Board Games for Kids with ADHDHungryrootHungryroot offers “good-for-you groceries and simple recipes.” We have loved having one less thing to worry about when it comes to raising kids. For 40% off your first box, click the link below and use CHILDHOOD40 in all caps to get the discount.HungryrootShining at SchoolShining at School is a video-based course that will teach you how to help your child with ADHD go from surviving to thriving at school for elementary and middle schoolers. On your own time. At your own pace. Use the code PODCAST for 10% off!Shining at School Course