Mission & Philosophy:
Mission - Individualized and Ongoing Support
Currently, accommodations in higher education lack consideration of characteristics that affect the
ability of certain students to achieve their potential. While college accommodation plans provide
excellent in-class assistance, students with Learning Disabilities, ASDs, AS, NVLD, and ADD require far
more comprehensive, individualized, and ongoing support to address difficulties in the areas of
organization, social skills, and communication.
AHEADD's mission is to establish and maintain best practices which fill this void in a manner that respects
students as adults, complements the traditional college accommodations plan, and maximizes use of
existing campus resources.
As AHEADD grows to meet the needs of a growing number of students across the country, it will continue
to set the standard for exemplary support of exceptional students. We also intend to provide this support
in consideration of families' financial burden. AHEADD currently charges a fee of $4200 - $5300 per
student, per semester. We consistently research and pursue opportunities to reduce the out-of-pocket
cost for our clients. In addition to securing public and private subsidies for our clients, AHEADD families
can reduce the tuition costs by utilizing an FSA and a tax credit available to cover educational costs
related to students with disabilities. We continue to petition universities and governmental organizations
for funding and believe that these sources of funding may ultimately sustain the support provided through
AHEADD.
Mission - Individualized and Ongoing Support
Currently, accommodations in higher education lack consideration of characteristics that affect the
ability of certain students to achieve their potential. While college accommodation plans provide
excellent in-class assistance, students with Learning Disabilities, ASDs, AS, NVLD, and ADD require far
more comprehensive, individualized, and ongoing support to address difficulties in the areas of
organization, social skills, and communication.
AHEADD's mission is to establish and maintain best practices which fill this void in a manner that respects
students as adults, complements the traditional college accommodations plan, and maximizes use of
existing campus resources.
As AHEADD grows to meet the needs of a growing number of students across the country, it will continue
to set the standard for exemplary support of exceptional students. We also intend to provide this support
in consideration of families' financial burden. AHEADD currently charges a fee of $4200 - $5300 per
student, per semester. We consistently research and pursue opportunities to reduce the out-of-pocket
cost for our clients. In addition to securing public and private subsidies for our clients, AHEADD families
can reduce the tuition costs by utilizing an FSA and a tax credit available to cover educational costs
related to students with disabilities. We continue to petition universities and governmental organizations
for funding and believe that these sources of funding may ultimately sustain the support provided through
AHEADD.
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Philosophy - Understand a Students Thoughts, Feelings and Concerns
AHEADD's philosophy is that to work effectively with our students, we must first know them as
individuals and respect each as a young adult. Once we understand a student's thoughts, feelings, and
concerns, we can facilitate problem-solving and progress that will be meaningful, effective, and enduring
for that student. We partner with each of our students in support of achieving their academic and personal
goals and do so in a way that maintains the integrity of college/university standards. Stephen Shore's Ask
and Tell provides a solid foundation for approaching this process.
In addition to providing exceptional individualized support, AHEADD believes that working cooperatively
and creating general awareness within a campus community is vital to our students' success. Awareness
lends itself to tolerance, understanding, and a sense of community, regardless of individual differences. To
this end, staff conduct regular inservices for faculty and other key personnel (Health Services, Counseling
and Psychological Services, Academic Development, etc).
Contact us today to learn more or apply now to the AHEADD program.
AHEADD's philosophy is that to work effectively with our students, we must first know them as
individuals and respect each as a young adult. Once we understand a student's thoughts, feelings, and
concerns, we can facilitate problem-solving and progress that will be meaningful, effective, and enduring
for that student. We partner with each of our students in support of achieving their academic and personal
goals and do so in a way that maintains the integrity of college/university standards. Stephen Shore's Ask
and Tell provides a solid foundation for approaching this process.
In addition to providing exceptional individualized support, AHEADD believes that working cooperatively
and creating general awareness within a campus community is vital to our students' success. Awareness
lends itself to tolerance, understanding, and a sense of community, regardless of individual differences. To
this end, staff conduct regular inservices for faculty and other key personnel (Health Services, Counseling
and Psychological Services, Academic Development, etc).
Contact us today to learn more or apply now to the AHEADD program.
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