Section 504 is a civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities. Section 504 ensures that a child with a disability has equal access to an education. A child may receive accommodations and modifications.
About Section 504
A person is disabled within the definition of Section 504 if the following conditions are met:
This determination is made by a school team of individuals who are familiar with the child and the child's parent.
This determination is made by a school team of individuals who are familiar with the child and the child's parent.
- The child must have a mental or physical impairment that substantially limits one or more of a person's major life activities.
"Major life activities" include functions such as caring for one's self, performing manual tasks, walking, seeing, hearing, speaking, breathing, learning, and working. When a condition does not substantially limit a major life activity, the individual does not qualify under Section 504. - The child's disability must impact their education in order to qualify for educational accommodations.
If the school has reason to believe that, because of a disability as defined under Section 504, a student needs accommodations or services in order to participate in the school program, the school must evaluate the student. If it is determined that a student is disabled under Section 504, the school must develop and implement the delivery of all needed services and/or accommodations.
Accommodations are adjustments made by the classroom teacher(s) and other school staff to help students benefit from their educational program. In some cases a plan should be developed outlining services and accommodations.
Examples of Common Accommodations:
Examples of Common Accommodations:
- Modify assignments and tests.
- Provide an extra set of textbooks for home.
- Adjust student seating.
- Use study guides/organizing tools.
- Provide a peer tutor/helper.
- Provide school counseling.
- Have the student use an organizer – train in organizational skills.
- Provide preferential seating.
- Modify recess/PE/transportation.
- Use necessary health care procedures.
Under , you have the option of formally or informally resolving any concerns you may have about your child's disability accommodations, Section 504 evaluation or Section 504 accommodations. provides a description of the complaint process and contact information for where to file a complaint.
Sabrina Salmon
Senior Director
Senior Director
Posted/Revised Date
12-20-2022
Summary
Info about Section 504 accommodations for students with disabilities.
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For questions or complaints, contact:
Tonya Haley
TUSD 504 Coordinator
520-232-7068
Duffy: 5145 E. 5th Street, Room 114
Monday – Thursday
Tonya Haley
TUSD 504 Coordinator
520-232-7068
Duffy: 5145 E. 5th Street, Room 114
Monday – Thursday