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Eligibility Under Section 504
Children with (dis)abilities may be eligible for special education and related services under Section 504. That’s because Section 504’s definition of disability is broader than the IDEA’s definition.
To be protected under Section 504, a student must be determined to:
have a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities; or have a record of such an impairment; or be regarded as having such an impairment.
See below for more information regarding a 504 plan.
504 Plan
A Section 504 (commonly referred to as a 504 Plan) is a plan designed to accommodate the unique needs of an individual with a (dis)ability, as required by the American with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Children who have (dis)abilities, but whose (dis)abilities do not interfere with their ability to progress in general education are not eligible for special education services and may be entitled to a Section 504 Accommodation Plan.
Depending upon the student’s individual needs, a school district may be required to provide the following:
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specialized instruction, modifications to the curriculum
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accommodations in non-academic and extracurricular activities
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adaptive equipment or assistive technology devices
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an aide, assistance with health-related needs,
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school transportation
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other related services and accommodations.
To learn more please click this link 504 Plan