A person with a disability includes “any person who
(1) has a physical or mental impairment which substantially limits one or more major life activities,
(2) has record of such impairment, or
(3) is regarded as having such an impairment.” (Section 902, Americans with Disabilities Act, 1990)
To establish that an individual is covered under the ADA, documentation must indicate that the disability substantially limits a major life activity. If academic or classroom-based adjustments and accommodations are requested, learning must be one of the major life activities affected. Documentation submitted must:
• Be appropriate to verify eligibility,
• Demonstrate a current substantial impact of one or more major life activities, and
• Support the request for accommodations, academic adjustments, and/or auxiliary ai