Accommodations are changes in how a student accesses information and demonstrates learning. Accommodations do not substantially change the instructional level, content, or performance criteria. The changes are made in order to provide a student with equal access to learning and equal opportunity to show what he or she knows and can do. Accommodations can include changes in the following:

The U.S. departments of Education and Health and Human Services have launched "Birth to 5: Watch Me Thrive!," a new initiative to encourage developmental and behavioral screening for children from birth to age 5. This new effort helps families understand developmental milestones so they can get care to identify possible developmental delays as soon as possible. Find childhood development programs near you that can help your child succeed in school and thrive alongside their peers.  http://www.ed.gov/news/press-releases/us-departments-education-and-health-human-services-announce-birth-5-watch-me-thr