Guidelines for Delivering Accommodation Letters

1. Accommodation letters should be delivered to each instructor the first week of classes.  Details of how accommodations will be implemented should be discussed and agreed upon between the studetn and the instructor.  For example, if you require extra time on tests, it is your responsibility to communicate with the instructor about testing accommodations.  Please be aware that accommodations by instructors begin upon the instructors' receipt of the accommodation letter and are not retroactive.

2.  Appointments should be scheduled during office hours.  Make sure to be on time for your appointment, and do not overstay.

3.  Introduce yourself, and make an honest, positive statement.  ("I'm looking forward to your class.  I have a letter from disability services and would appreciate discussing the best way to work out the accommodations listed.")

4.  Briefly describe your academic strenghts and weaknesses, and explain what accommodations you are requesting. 

5.  Ask your instructor for clarification if anything is unclear during your discussion.  Take notes on the instructors suggestions.

6.  GIve your instructor a copy of your accomodation letter.  Aks your instructor to sign and date your original accommodation letter as well.  The signed original letter will serve as a record of your meeting. 

7.  If your instructor has questions that you are unable to answer, please refer him or her to the Coordinator of Disability Services by stopping by McMurran Annex 101L or by calling (757) 594-8852.