Disability Services and Learning Support
Disability Services provides:
Accommodations for disabilities
Academic advising, registration assistance and support services
Communication with case managers in the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation or insurance agencies
Accommodations
A student who wishes a service or class to be presented in a manner different from the usual presentation due to a disability may request an accommodation. The student is responsible for self-identifying, requesting the accommodation and for providing documentation of his/her disability.
Accommodations due to a disability should be requested at least three weeks prior to the service or class. Some services may require additional time to process, so we advise that you submit your requests as early as possible.
To obtain an accommodation, the first step is to attend an intake appointment. At that time you may obtain an "Accommodation Request" form and discuss your specific needs with the Disability Services Advisor. Make an appointment by calling 720-423-4712 or emailing Eileen_Ashford@dpsk12.org.
Download the Accommodation Request Form
Next submit documentation of your disability with your Accommodation Request form. The documentation must be from an appropriate, qualified professional on letter head. It should state the diagnosis of the disability, supporting information on how the diagnosis was reached, how the disability affects academic performance, and recommendations and rationale for accommodations. The documentation should provide enough information for the college to determine reasonable and appropriate accommodations. Recent high school graduates may submit their most recent IEP if it contains a clear statement of disability, supporting testing results and the impact of the disability on academic performance.
The application and documentation will be reviewed. Accommodations will be approved provided they are reasonable and appropriate.
The student is responsible for notifying the Disability Services office if any accommodation is not satisfactory or if his/her needs have changed.
Advising
The Disability Services office will assist any student who is disabled with academic advising, registration assistance, and support throughout the educational program. Make an appointment by calling 720-423-4712.
Third-Party Support
If a third-party such as the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation or an insurance agency will be assisting a student financially, the Disability Services office will be available as a liaison.
