Little WinsADHD
What should I ask the school about ADHD support?
Turn a broad concern into a specific conversation with the school team.
Quick Answer
Turn a broad concern into a specific conversation with the school team.
Describe access to learning
Bring a concrete example: assignments are hard to locate, instructions are difficult to follow, or transitions take substantial support. Ask your child what they experience, too. CDC describes classroom and organizational supports, as well as IEP and Section 504 plans for eligible children. Eligibility and the right support must be determined individually.
Ask practical questions
Who is our main contact? What adjustment can we try now? How will we know whether it helps? When will we review it? You might discuss written instructions, help organizing materials, or movement breaks, depending on the difficulty. These are conversation prompts, not a promise that a particular accommodation is available or suitable.
Keep a short follow-up record
Write the agreed action, who is responsible, and the review date. Ask the team to explain unfamiliar terms in plain language. Share your child’s strengths and interests alongside concerns. Avoid making every afternoon a performance review; choose a check-in that leaves room for ordinary family connection. Use the planner to remind yourself of a meeting or a question.
Your next little win
Choose one idea that fits today. Keep what helps, adjust what does not, and leave room for your family’s needs.
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CDC · checked October 9, 2026.
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