Section 504
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, commonly called "Section 504," is a federal law that protects students from discrimination based on disability. This law applies to all programs and activities that receive funding from the federal government-including Washington public schools.
Difference between Section 504 and IDEA
Section 504
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Civil rights law
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No separate funding
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No “categories” of qualification
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Requires substantial limitation of a major life activity
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Parent participation recommended
IDEA
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Federal grant program
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State and federal funding
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Disability categories
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Requires adverse educational impact and need for specially designed instruction
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Parent is required team member
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IEP (Individual education plan)
Here are links to our PSD district forms:
504-1 (Your Rights under 504) Sample
504-2 (504 Referral) Sample
504-7 Citizen Complaint Form Sample
PROCEDURES FOR SERVING STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES UNDER SECTION 504 OF THE REHABILITATION ACT OF 1973
Initial Referral and Evaluation
