Section 504

Section 504

• Occurred in 1973
• Protects those with disabilities

The Purpose

• Aims to ensure those with disabilities are afforded the same opportunities and benefits as it relates to education without discrimination in regards to ones disability

Implications for Schools

• Schools are required to provide a "free appropriate public education" (FAPE) to each qualified student with a disability
• Schools are to make appropriate accomodations based on individual student needs

Implications for Teachers

• Teachers need to take into consideration the 504 plans of each student when designing instruction and creating the classroom environment to ensure that accommodations are being met.