Section 504
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No otherwise qualified individual with disabilities in the United States…shall solely by reason of his/her disability, be excluded from the participation in, be denied the benefits of, or subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving federal financial assistance . . . . " 29 USC Sec. 704.
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 is a federal civil rights statute that prohibits discrimination against persons with disabilities. Section 504 applies to recipients of federal funds, including public schools. The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) extends the protections of Section 504 without regard to federal funding. The ADA also applies to public schools.
The Section 504 regulations require school districts to provide a free appropriate public education to students with disabilities. A 504 planning team decides what supports a student with disabilities needs to "level the playing field" so the student can access educational opportunities.
Some students with disabilities qualify for special education services and supports under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Section 504 is not the same as Special Education under the IDEA.-
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504 Contacts
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Questions regarding 504 planning and eligibility
Initial questions should start with your student's school counselor and building administrator. if you have additional questions, contact the program administrator.
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Refer a parent who has questions about special education
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Section 504 Student Compliance Issues
Initial questions should start with your student's school counselor and building administrator. if you have additional questions, contact the program administrator.
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504 Coordinators and Case Managers by School
Contact your school's school counselor to determine who is your schools 504 Coordinator and 504 Case Manager.
