I have received this question in some variation a lot lately. First let’s talk a little about what an indigo child is and what the pros and cons are of your student being classified as an indigo child.

According to the New Age Journal, your child may be “indigo” (sometimes known as “crystal”):
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The journal continues to say that most indigo children have been wrongly diagnosed with ADD / ADHD and are acting out to buck the system and usher in a new way of doing things.

First let’s start with the positive, isn’t it great to acknowledge every student’s individuality and use their unique perspectives to spark systemic change? I think it is amazing to honor and respect what makes our students different and acknowledge the special contribution each student can make, despite any classification. I also agree with the many different recommendations to foster the spirit of the indigo child, such as exercise, being in touch with nature, keeping electronics out of the bedroom and in certain cases energy healing. These techniques can benefit all students despite their classifications.

Well you know this was coming, and here it is, if you chose to ascribe to the idea that your child is simply “indigo” in lieu of a formal and legal classification, you may risk in-class and after school accommodations. In order for a student to receive accommodations in school, it is likely that he or she will need either a suspected or an actual cognitive diagnosis such as ADD/ADHD or a condition on the Autism spectrum. With that said, it is important to not let a diagnosis define your student and if the student feels more comfortable identifying at home as “indigo”, more power to your family! Just be careful and cognizant as to how you advocate for your student at IEP meetings and in more informal settings.