Originally Posted by eco21268
I am almost certain I've decided we can't do this anymore. Supporting DS' EF without an IEP is a full-time job and is interfering with my other responsibilities and general sanity level.
He has a 504 and not an IEP? You have documented the school's failure to follow the 504 and that has not helped gain compliance? You have documented why you believe he needs an IEP?

Are you familiar with the articles on Executive Functioning from Understood.org, such as
- At a Glance: 8 Key Executive Functions
- Executive Functioning Issues: Strategies You Can Try At Home
- 4 Ways Kids Use Organization Skills to Learn
- At A Glance: 7 Ways to Teach Your Middle-Schooler Organization Skills
- 9 Simple Steps for Breaking Down Assignments
Each article has links to more related articles.

Are you familiar with the Wrightslaw website?
- free online Parent Guide
- Book: From Emotions to Advocacy (FETA)
- Companion website to Book: fetaweb.com
- IEP FAQ
- Free weekly e-mail newsletter: Special Ed Advocate
- The wrightslaw page of recommended books includes Executive Function in Children and Adolescents
- Article: My Child with a 504 Plan is Failing, School Won't Help: Your Eligibility Game Plan
- Article: Should Poor Organizational Skills be Accommodated in an IEP?
At the end of this article are links to two PDFs on Accommodations and Modifications.

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Taking a *gap year* at age 13 seems a little unconventional, but he still wouldn't be behind as far as credits go.
You may wish to consult your State's homeschooling laws and truancy policy as a guide to any options/solutions you may brainstorm and implement.