Montgomery Community College is committed to ensuring equal access for students with disabilities. Services are available virtually, by phone, and in person. To receive academic accommodations, students must voluntarily disclose their disability and request accommodations through the Counseling and Career Development Center. Choosing not to disclose will be respected.
Please note: Accommodations cannot be applied retroactively and take effect only after official documentation is submitted and reviewed.
Definition of a Disability
Under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a disability is defined as a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities. Examples include:
- ADHD
- Blindness or Visual Impairments
- Deafness or Hearing Loss
- Learning Disabilities
- Physical or Mobility Disabilities
- Psychiatric or Psychological Conditions
- Speech or Language Disorders
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Other systemic health impairments
Steps to Request Academic Accommodations
- Schedule an intake appointment with the College Counselor to complete required forms or complete the form below.
- Submit documentation that includes:
- A formal diagnosis and date
- Description of evaluation methods and test results
- Functional impact of the disability
- Current treatments or supports
- Prognosis over time
- Professional credentials of the evaluator
- Documentation Review: The Counselor will evaluate your information in collaboration with instructors or program directors (if needed) to determine reasonable accommodations.
- Accommodation Letter: If approved, the Counseling Center will provide accommodation letters to instructors. Students must repeat this process each semester.
- Appeals Process: Disagreements may be addressed through the college’s Student Grievance/Complaint Procedure (see Student Handbook).
Online Tutoring with ThinkingStorm
Montgomery Community College offers free online tutoring through ThinkingStorm, accessible directly through Blackboard.
Tutoring is available in a wide range of subjects, including:
- Math
- Writing
- Psychology
- Statistics
- Business
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Science
- Computing
- Spanish
Students connect with live tutors through chat, audio, or an interactive whiteboard, providing real-time support that fits your learning style.
Writing Center Support
ThinkingStorm also features a Writing Center where you can upload papers and receive personalized feedback—typically within 12 to 24 hours. Perfect for essays, research papers, and other writing assignments.
