Category Parents
Can I Use My IEP In College?
Over 15% of students in high school have an IEP, and almost a third of them are for language-based disabilities and learning differences. For parents of students with learning differences, the transition from high school to college brings a unique…
Can I Get An IEP In College? Why Accommodations for ADHD Are Essential in College
As students transition from high school to college, it’s natural to feel a mix of excitement and apprehension. While college is a time for newfound independence and exploration, it also comes with its own set of challenges—especially for students with…
It Is Time To Reconsider How We Use The Term “Independence” With Neurodiverse College Students Who May Have An ASD, NLD, or NVLD Diagnosis
The Goal for neurodiverse college students is not “Independence.” There. We said it. And we meant it. But please, let us explain… For neurodiverse students with a diagnosis of NLD, NVLD, or ASD, it can be confusing to consistently have educators and family focus…
9 Amazing Stress-Reducing Time Management Apps for Neurodivergent Students
College students with ADHD, Dyslexia, Autism Spectrum Disorder and other learning disabilities can deeply struggle with time management – but here are 10 stress-reducing time management apps that can support neurodivergent students. Missing deadlines, forgetting assignments and not taking in-depth…
Organizational Skills for College Students with Neurodiversity
To develop organizational skills for college students with neurodiversity, parents and educational institutions must work together to provide the right support system. Why? Because teenagers and young adults with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other learning challenges can struggle more than…
Autism in College: A Parent’s Perspective
Challenges with executive functioning, social interaction, and anxiety can greatly impact students with autism in college. Prospective parents of college students with autism often wonder if their young adult can succeed in college even with their diagnosis. The answer: ABSOLUTELY! …
How to Prepare Your Child for College When They Have Learning Challenges
Preparing your child for college can be nerve-racking. This is even more true when your child has learning challenges that impact their social and emotional experiences. Whether they’re staying close to home or you want to know how to prepare…
College Success Can Not Be Faked
A supported start in an authentic college experience provides real rewards...
Because We are All Family: Guaranteeing Paid Leave for New Parents at Mansfield Hall
New families and employees will often hear “Welcome to the Mansfield Family” on their first day. We don’t mean this lightly. Everything we do at Mansfield Hall is centered around building community. And, as most know, a tight community is no…
In Defense of The Much-Maligned Helicopter Parent – And What Comes Next
The term “Helicopter Parent” was coined in the late 1960’s by Dr. Haim Ginott, who quoted a student describing his mother, who “hovers over me like a helicopter…”  Although in light use through the late 1990’s, the term’s usage gained…
Executive dysfunction can make things like planning, organizing, and task-starting feel extra hard.
For many neurodivergent people, this is can be part of how the brain works, not a personal failure.
At Mansfield Hall, we help students learn what works for them and build tools that support their success.
Busy week for us at Mansfield Hall!
Madison students braved the cold to get out and grill for local Madison non-profit Savory Sunday. One of our students event went on 5 local radio stations to promote Savory’s upcoming fundraiser: Grilling For Peace!
Rest and relaxation were pivotal as students took time to unwind during our Chill Hour: spa edition.
Burlington students found time in between studying to hang out and play some Uno (a rematch will be ensuing to challenge the current victor).
And students continued to brave the chilly temperatures to get to classes- six more weeks of winter folks- we`ve got this!
Mansfield Hall still has limited availability at our Eugene location for a Spring enrollment (late-March arrival)!
Mansfield Hall is super dorm offering full wrap-around support and coaching for college capable neurodiverse learners
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A Little bit of work & A little bit of play this week.
With special guest feature from our VP of Enrollment, Steph Welch, who traveled down to Texas to represent Mansfield Hall at the @gatewayacademyhouston education fair!
Time blindness- common in those with neurodivergence- is difficulty perceiving the passage of time.
College shakes up the systems we`ve come to know in high school, and can create some unanticipated difficulty.
We get it, and we`re here to help our students find solutions that work for them. Read more at the link in our bio!
This week was a mix of cozy treats and athletic feats.
Students rocked out at the climbing gym, shredded down our local mountain, enjoyed ice cream (across campuses), and so much more- it`s good to be back!
