An excerpt from my paper:

The school tried to be accommodating to my needs, but I remember feeling like no one understood what would help. At one point, my old-fashioned metal desk was replaced with a table and exercise ball. The intention was for the ball to help me concentrate during class, but it was only a distraction since other students made fun of me for needing it. I remember thinking, “Why would they give me something else to make me different from the other kids?” In all of this, I don’t remember being asked if I wanted this desk. I only recall it being a decision between the teacher and my parents. Reflecting on this, I know that I would always want student input for any classroom modifications or accommodations.