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Accommodations for Students in Concurrent Classes

Differences Between High School and College

Delivery of accommodation services for high school students enrolled in College Connections are provided in accordance with the same policies and procedures provided for all Eastern Iowa Community College students.

There are some differences in disability laws that students need to be aware of when taking classes either at their high school, a community college or a university.

Differences in Disability Law Between High School (Secondary) and College (Postsecondary) Education

HIGH SCHOOL

IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act)
Section 504, Rehabilitation Act of 1973
The school district is responsible for identifying the student’s disability
Students have Individual Education Plans (IEPs) to define educational goals and allow assignments to be modified to the student’s abilities
Parents are actively involved in their student’s educational planning. They can discuss their progress with teachers and counselors, as well as sign documents on behalf of their student
Schools have a system set up for providing transportation to and from high school

HIGH SCHOOL
Modification examples based on IEPs
(NOT allowed in college)

Completing only 50% of questions on a test
Having only choices A and B on a multiple choice test
Unlimited time on exam
Writing a 5-page paper instead of a 10-page paper
Being allowed to turn in assignments late or take tests multiple times to improve grade
Study guides or note cards for tests

COLLEGE

ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act)
Section 504, Rehabilitation Act of 1973
Students must self-identify by requesting accommodations and providing documentation
Students do not have IEPs, but instead receive accommodations to ensure equal access to educational opportunities
Students are responsible for making decisions and signing documentation themselves. Students must sign a “release of information” for parents to speak with college personnel
Students are responsible for finding their own transportation to and from campus for classes

COLLEGE
Accommodation examples based on ADA
(allowed in college)

Extended test time
Testing in a reduced distraction area
Use of text-to-speech software, such as Read & Write, to have test read aloud
Accessible textbooks
Copies of lecture notes from student or instructor (not to be used on tests)

Setting up Accommodations for Concurrent Students

For high school students attending classes on an EICC college campus, meet with EICC Disability Resources to draft a letter of accommodation using information from IEP or 504 plan.

For high school students attending classes at their high school, work with your high school IEP Team to set up accommodations according to college disability laws. There is no need for the students to meet with EICC Disability Resources.

Questions? Call toll-free 1-888-336-3907, email eiccinfo@eicc.edu or contact the college nearest you and ask to speak to an advisor.

Clinton Community College, 563-244-7000
Muscatine Community College, 563-288-6000
Scott Community College, 563-441-4000

It is the policy of Eastern Iowa Community College District not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential family, parental or marital status, as required by the Iowa Code §§216.6 and 216.9, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. §§ 2000d and 2000e), the Equal Pay Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. § 206, et seq.), Title IX (Educational Amendments, 20 U.S.C. §§ 1681-1688), Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C. § 794), and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. § 12101, et seq.). If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact Debora J. Sullivan, Equal Employment Opportunity Officer/Equity Coordinator, Eastern Iowa Community College District, 101 West Third Street, Davenport, Iowa 52801, 563-336-3487, djsullivan@eicc.edu or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Citigroup Center, 500 West Madison Street, Suite 1475, Chicago, Illinois 60661-7204, phone number 312-730-1560, fax 312-730-1576, OCR.Chicago@ed.gov.