Dear Kim:

A school should not conduct an individualized evaluation of a child for purposes of diagnosing or identifying a disability without the written informed consent of the parent.

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The Americans with Disabilities Act states that it is illegal to discriminate against people with disabilities.

ADHD is not a form of learning disability in special education terms, although many students with ADHD also have learning disabilities.

I would trust your observations and judgment. It is possible that her inattention is the result of her learning, motor, (and probably language) disabilities.

Your question concerns whether your child with ADHD should remain eligible for a Section 504 plan.

Your son is fortunate to have a father who cares and is concerned. Your worries are appropriate. How would a 15-year-old reflect that he might have ADHD?

Your description of his problems sound like a possible executive function disability (problems with organization and time planning).

You may need a current diagnosis in order to take the test with accommodations. The following articles have information about educational testing for adults: