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The Pet Cottage GRE, LSAT, And MCAT Accommodations

Post By Jim Forgan, Ph.D., For students with disabilities, taking a standardized test
School Psychologist
can be an especially challenging task. Accommodations
The Graduate Record
help ensure that they are accurately evaluated based on their
Examination (GRE), Law knowledge and abilities and not impeded by their disability,
The Pet Cottage is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit located in School Admission Test which would otherwise affect their performance under
Jupiter Farms that celebrates and protects the magical (LSAT), and the Medical standard testing conditions. It does not change what the test
relationship between people and pets. We provide College Admission Test measures or its expectations.
homestyle care for pets who lose their humans due to (MCAT) are standardized The type of documentation required will depend on the
death, disability, or deployment. tests that are used to evaluate specific testing organization or the institution’s policy for
Through our two unique programs – The Sanctuary a student’s readiness for the requested accommodations. The documentation should
Residency Program and The Lifelong Guardianship graduate school, law explain how a disability impacts the student’s ability to take
Program – we promise our pets will always have the school, and medical school. the test under standard conditions and must demonstrate the
home, care, and love they deserve – for life. These examinations are among the most challenging need for accommodations. Most students with a disability have
We provide pet companionship for senior people and important tests a student will take in their lifetime. a history of accommodations provided on the SAT or ACT or
and cover all veterinary expenses. We are a promise However, for a student with a disability, testing can be from when in school, either from an IEP or a 504 Plan.
and our promise means forever. You are invited to join even more challenging. In these instances, requesting For example, if you have a learning disability and are
our pack! testing accommodations can help a student perform to requesting extended testing time, documentation that includes
Happy Tails the best of their ability by leveling the playing field. a diagnosis of the disability, a description of how the disability
2-2 lived with a homeless Accommodations provide students with disabilities impacts your ability to take tests under a standard condition,
man on the streets of West or special needs with the necessary support to complete and a recommendation for the specific accommodation of
Palm Beach, Fla. When the the exam under conditions that allow them to fairly extended testing time may be required. The documentation will
gentleman’s disability became demonstrate their knowledge. Some examples of need to be provided well in advance of your desired testing
too debilitating to continue accommodations include extended testing time, additional date and can take up to six weeks for review.
caring for his dog, the police breaks, a separate testing room, assistive technology, and Call as we complete GRE, LSAT, and MCAT evaluations
called The Pet Cottage to help. large-print materials. Each institution and exam has its for dyslexia, learning disabilities, ADHD, depression,
The man loved his dog, and 2-2 own policies for accommodations, and you must submit anxiety, and other processing disorders. Call (561) 625-4125
loved him back. We promised documentation of your disability to request them. or JimForgan.com.
2-2 would be cared for, and
we’ve kept our promise for
the last six years. 2-2’s unique Admirals Cove from page 1 of the club employees, the employees’ families, and the
name is in honor of his former companion. The man greater community of northern Palm Beach County.”
was illiterate but knew numbers, and 2-2 is the name West Jupiter Community Group/Edna Runner Tutorial Admirals Cove Foundation will open the 2023/24 Season
he blessed him with. 2-2 is a sanctuary resident and Center, and the Wounded Veterans Relief Fund. of Giving grant application on July 1. To be eligible to apply
is 17 years old. Given his history and trust issues, he Admirals Cove members are active in philanthropy for a grant, organizations must be a registered 501(c)(3)
was not a good candidate for Forever Guardianship. year-round through the ACES Turkey Trot and the impacting the lives of Northern Palm Beach County residents
But he is a wonderful (and scrappy!) member of our ACES Dancing with the Stars to raise funds for in the areas of education, health, and social services. The
pack here, with a reputation for sneakily removing club-employee educational scholarships, food drive grant application closes on Aug. 1. More information can
money from unattended purses. His prescription food supporting northern Palm Beach County food banks, be found by visiting www.admiralscovefoundation.org.
and medications are all covered by generous donations Kids Book Drive to give the gift of literacy during the About Admirals Cove Foundation
and he is adored by our 10,000-plus Facebook fans. holidays, and member-led campaigns for emergency Admirals Cove Foundation is the philanthropic
Forever Guardians Needed and hurricane relief and recovery. As Foundation foundation of The Club at Admirals Cove, a private
Do you feel called to open your heart and home to a Director Rebecca Divine says, “As a community, the community in Jupiter, Fla. The Foundation Board,
pet who has fallen on hard times? Becoming a Forever Club at Admirals Cove members are passionate to give committee members and volunteers are comprised
Guardian means you open your heart and home to one of of their time, talent, and treasure to improve the lives exclusively of Admirals Cove residents.
our pets and receive regular check-ins, all vet bills paid,
and belonging in our pack of pet lovers. Applications
required. Please inquire.
Prince
I’m a 10-year-old neutered
male seeking a mature and
confident forever guardian to
share short walks, good meals,
and quiet companionship
with. I want you all to myself
so no other pets or children,
please. If you open your home
to me, I will be your faithful
and loyal companion.
Karma And Pepper
We are Pepper and
Karma, two big dogs
with big hearts. Our Mom
is living with ALS and
therefore needs to find us
our new forever home with
the help of The Pet Cottage. Admirals Cove Foundation Board grant recipients > edwardjones.com | Member SIPC
We are bonded, in good > edwardjones.com | Member SIPC
health, and will bring much
joy to our new guardian.
The Pet Cottage, > edwardjones.com | Member SIPC > edwardjones.com | Member SIPC
(561) 818-5025,
Dreaming up the
www.thepetcottage.org Dreaming up the
ideal retirement
Dreaming up the Dreaming up the
ideal retirement
ideal retirement ideal retirement
is your job.
is your job.
is your job.
Helping you get
Helping you get is your job.
there is ours.
there is ours. Helping you get
Helping you get
We’re excited to there is ours.
We’re excited to
there is ours.
hear from you. We’re excited to
hear from you.
hear from you.
Wendy and Zack Wendy with the pack
We’re excited to Sally S Stahl, AAMS™
hear from you. Financial Advisor
Sally S Stahl, AAMS™
1851 W Indiantown Rd Ste 106 Sally S Stahl, AAMS™
Jupiter, FL 33458 Financial Advisor
Financial Advisor
561-748-7600
1851 W Indiantown Rd Ste 106
1851 W Indiantown Rd Ste 106
Jupiter, FL 33458 Jupiter, FL 33458
561-748-7600 561-748-7600
IRT-1848H-A Sally S Stahl, AAMS™
Financial Advisor

IRT-1848H-A 1851 W Indiantown Rd Ste 106
IRT-1848H-A
Jupiter, FL 33458
561-748-7600

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