Narcolepsy often develops by puberty and may worsen over time. The average age of onset is the late teen years, although it is also seen in younger children. EDS and other symptoms of narcolepsy present challenges for students of all ages. Classroom accommodations for students with narcolepsy can help them succeed in school, and the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act require public schools to create accommodations to help students with disabilities succeed. The materials on this page are designed to help parents and students work with schools to explain what narcolepsy is and create effective accommodations for students with narcolepsy.

Classroom Accommodations Brochure

10 Things Educators Should Know

Narcolepsy in the Classroom Brochure

SAT and ACT test accommodations for students with narcolepsy

Sample Letter to a High School Teacher about 504

Sample Letter to a Teacher about Narcolepsy

Example 504 Plan from a Student Recently Diagnosed with Narcolepsy

Example of 504 Plan for Student with Narcolepsy

Scholarship Opportunities for Students with Disabilities in the US

Preparing for Postsecondary Education, Produced by the U.S. Department of Education