{"id":19009,"date":"2025-03-14T09:54:41","date_gmt":"2025-03-14T13:54:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/progresslearning.com\/?p=19009"},"modified":"2025-11-05T15:30:04","modified_gmt":"2025-11-05T20:30:04","slug":"act-sat-accommodations-for-educators","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/progresslearning.com\/news-blog\/act-sat-accommodations-for-educators\/","title":{"rendered":"ACT\u00ae & SAT\u00ae Accommodations for Educators (TAA & SSD)"},"content":{"rendered":"

Written by Rheanne Renzenbrink. Rheanne is a former secondary English teacher with over a decade of experience in the classroom and with standardized testing. She\u2019s helped coordinate and proctor ACT\u00ae and SAT\u00ae exams, including supporting her own students through the accommodations process. Rheanne is passionate about making the testing experience less stressful and more accessible for everyone\u2014students, families, and educators alike!
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Why Accommodations Matter<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Standardized tests like the ACT\u00ae<\/a> and SAT\u00ae<\/a> are major milestones for students, influencing college admissions and scholarships. However, for students with disabilities, these exams can be a source of significant stress\u2014especially if they\u2019re not able to demonstrate their full potential under standard conditions.<\/p>\n

Accommodations provide equitable access by adjusting the test-taking process (without altering the content) so that students can showcase their true abilities. As a secondary teacher, I\u2019ve seen firsthand how accommodations can make or break a student\u2019s confidence and performance. Ensuring students have the right support is not just about compliance\u2014it\u2019s about giving them a fair shot at success.<\/p>\n

Key Considerations for Educators:<\/strong><\/p>\n