Accommodations Handbook
Direct Access Association Tables
To utilize Direct Access, use these tables to see if your requested accommodations are associated with your student’s disability. See the examples below the tables.
| Disability (1 or more) | Requested Accommodations (1 or more) |
|---|---|
| Specific Learning Disabilities (i.e. Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Dyslexia) | - 50% additional time (1.5x time) - Answer directly in test book - Calculator (4-function only; may contain %, √, +/-, M-, M+, and MRC) - Laptop for writing sample only (rules vary by test mode; see laptop rules before SSAT registration) - Highlighter - Ruler - Graph paper (unlimited; 3-6 sheets recommended; proctor to check sheets to be blank before testing) - Small group setting (10 or fewer students in the room) - Large print test materials (22pt font) - Human reader (cannot be a family member; the student will test individually; see rules for more info) - Human scribe (cannot be a family member; the student will test individually; see rules for more info.) - Use of gel overlays |
| Disability (1 or more) | Requested Accommodations (1 or more) |
|---|---|
| Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder / Attention-Deficit Disorder (ADHD/ADD) Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Psychiatric Disorders (i.e. Anxiety/Depression Disorders, Mood Disorders, Emotional Disturbance) Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) |
- 50% Additional Time (1.5x Time) - Answer Directly In Test Book - Calculator (4-function only; May contain %, √, +/-, M-, M+, and MRC) - Laptop for Writing Sample Only (Rules vary by test mode. See laptop rules before SSAT registration.) - Highlighter - Ruler - Graph Paper (Unlimited. 3-6 sheets recommended. Proctor to check sheets to be blank before testing.) - Small Group Setting (10 or fewer students in room) - Human Reader (Cannot be a family member. Student will test individually. See rules for more info.) - Human Scribe (Cannot be a family member. Student will test individually. See rules for more info.) - Use of Gel Overlays - Prescription Medication with Water (Must be self-administered and in original prescription bottle) |
| Disability (1 or more) | Requested Acccommodations (1 or more) |
|---|---|
| Physical Disabilities Medical or Chronic Health Conditions |
- 50% Additional Time (1.5x Time) - Answer Directly In Test Book - Calculator (4-function only; May contain %, √, +/-, M-, M+, and MRC) - Laptop for Writing Sample Only (Rules vary by test mode. See laptop rules before SSAT registration.) - Highlighter - Ruler - Graph Paper (Unlimited. 3-6 sheets recommended. Proctor to check sheets to be blank before testing.) - Small Group Setting (10 or fewer students in room) - Seat Cushion or Pillow - Diabetic Supplies (Individual test; medication; snacks/water; monitoring kit; and breaks, as needed) - Prescription Medication with Water (Must be self-administered and in original prescription bottle) |
| Disability | Requested Acccommodations (1 or more) |
|---|---|
| Visually Impaired. | - 50% Additional Time (1.5x Time) - Braille Test Materials - Hand-held Magnifier - Large Print Test Materials (22pt font) - Answer Directly In Test Book - Calculator (4-function only; May contain %, √, +/-, M-, M+, and MRC) - Laptop for Writing Sample Only (Rules vary by test mode. See laptop rules before SSAT registration.) - Highlighter - Ruler - Graph Paper (Unlimited. 3-6 sheets recommended. Proctor to check sheets to be blank before testing.) - Small Group Setting (10 or fewer students in room) - Human Reader (Cannot be a family member. Student will test individually. See rules for more info.) - Human Scribe (Cannot be a family member. Student will test individually. See rules for more info.) - Use of Gel Overlays |
| Disability | Requested Accommodations (1 or more) |
|---|---|
| Hearing Impaired | - 50% Additional Time (1.5x Time) - Hearing Aids and/or Devices (Includes hearing aids, cochlear implants, and/or us of an FM system) - Sign Language Interpreter (For spoken directions only) - Small Group Setting (10 or fewer students in room) - Ruler |
Questions?
If you have any questions or concerns about your family's ability to provide anything needed for your student to complete testing, please contact EMA immediately and well in advance of your scheduled test date.
