If you’re trying to determine whether your child qualifies for a 504 plan, you’re not alone. Parents often hear about this important tool but don’t always get a clear explanation of how eligibility is determined, or what disabilities qualify for a 504 plan. A 504 plan is designed to ensure students with disabilities can access| A Day in our Shoes
If your child struggles in school due to a disability, you might have heard about a 504 plan or perhaps your school has told you that your child needs one. It’s a powerful tool that ensures students with disabilities have access to accommodations so they can succeed in school, when used correctly. But like any| A Day in our Shoes
504 Plans certainly have their place in our education system. After all, they guarantee access to a student's education, even when a disability may be prohibiting access. What's unfortunate is that I see too many 504 Plans being handed out to pacify parents and avoid IEP evaluations. Or, when a 504 plan is warranted, it's| A Day in our Shoes
Before I get to the steps of how to get a 504 plan for your child, I feel the need to get on my soapbox for a moment. Because schools have gone astray, in my opinion, as far as providing 504 plans. Ok, so here goes. 504 Education Plans and IEPs often get lumped together| A Day in our Shoes