Frequently Asked Questions > Admissions > Do you offer special learning services? What is the purpose of the Special Services Form and who should be submitting it?
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ACS Athens offers learning support to students with mild learning differences (dyslexia, ADD/ADHD etc.) The Special Services (SpEd) Form offers valuable insight to the student's learning profile. It should be submitted by the previous school counselor or psychologist. If they are not available, the form should be signed and submitted by the homeroom teacher (Elementary students) and the principal. In case there is a diagnosis, we require that you submit complete documentation and the most recent testing/evaluation (not older than 3 years) along with the SpEd Form.
Due to the increased number of applications and the limited number of seats, ACS Athens puts certain priorities when considering an application for a student with special learning needs. These are (in order of priority):
- Students that are already in ACS Athens and are diagnosed with a learning difference
- Siblings of existing ACS Athens students
- Children of ACS Athens Alumni
- Students who apply with their siblings to ACS Athens
- All other applicants
All students that apply for the Special Learning Support program (Optimal Match) must have documented diagnosis by a professional psychologist who can administer a complete psycho-educational test.
PLEASE NOTE: In case of a fraudulent claim of non-existence of learning needs, ACS Athens reserves the right to appropriate action, that may include expulsion or probation.
Last updated on August 3, 2009 by ACS Admin