Section 504
Meeting the needs of disabled students under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (“Section 504”) is a federal civil rights law. It is designed to eliminate disability discrimination in programs and activities that receive federal funds. Since all public school districts receive federal funds, all public school districts must comply with Section 504. Under Section 504, denying a disabled student a free appropriate public education (“FAPE”) constitutes disability discrimination.
Please see the following materials for more information about Section 504 and LWSD.
Examples of accommodations
The list below only provides examples; the 504 team can create accommodations that they agree will best provide the student FAPE.
FAQ now that you have a 504
- New School Year
- Responsibilities of the 504 Monitor
- Responsibilities of the General Education teachers
- Who do I talk to if these FAQs do not answer my specific question?
New School Year
Responsibilities of the 504 Monitor
Responsibilities of the General Education teachers
Who do I talk to if these FAQs do not answer my specific question?
FAQ now that you are in high school
To help you begin understanding how to advocate for yourself, these FAQs are meant to guide you toward taking ownership for your own education.
FAQ when getting ready for college
This FAQ has been created for you, the student.
You have now been at your high school for a while and it’s time to prepare for taking the PSAT in 10th grade. For questions about accommodations on the PSAT/SAT tests, please visit the College Board Website. For questions about accommodations on the ACT test, please visit the ACT Testing Website.
These FAQs answer some basic questions about what to look for in a college; and what to expect once you get to college. All of the advice given to any high school student applies to you too! Here are some additional things to know about.