What is in a 504 plan?

504 Plan Defined The 504 Plan is a plan developed to ensure that a child who has a disability identified under the law and is attending an elementary or secondary educational institution receives accommodations that will ensure their academic success and access to the learning environment.

How do I qualify for a 504 plan?

To be protected under Section 504, a student must be determined to: (1) have a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities; or (2) have a record of such an impairment; or (3) be regarded as having such an impairment.

What disabilities are covered under a 504 plan?

Some examples of impairments which may substantially limit major life activities, even with the help of medication or aids/devices, are: AIDS, alcoholism, blindness or visual impairment, cancer, deafness or hearing impairment, diabetes, drug addiction, heart disease, and mental illness.

Is 504 a special education?

504 plans aren’t part of special education. So, they’re different from IEPs. 504 plans and IEPs are covered by different laws and work in different ways. But the end goal is the same: to help students thrive in school.

Who are the people in a 504 plan?

A 504 plan is created by a team of people who are knowledgeable about the child and who understand the evaluation data and special services options. This might include: The child’s parent, general and special education teachers, school principal, other staff who can contribute to discussion about student and/or student’s needs

What are major life activities in HUD Section 504?

The term major life activity may include, for example, seeing, hearing, walking, breathing, performing manual tasks, caring for one’s self, learning, speaking, or working. This list is not exhaustive. Section 504 also protects persons who have a record of such impairment, or are regarded as having such an impairment.

How often does a 504 plan need to be reviewed in Georgia?

The IEP team must review the IEP at least once a year. The rules vary by state. In Georgia, a 504 plan is reviewed each year and a reevaluation is done every three years or when needed. The student must be reevaluated every three years to determine whether services are still needed.

How is a 504 plan different from an IEP?

504 plans aren’t part of special education. So, they’re different from IEPs. 504 plans and IEPs are covered by different laws and work in different ways. But the end goal is the same: to help students thrive in school. (Learn more about the difference between IEPs and 504 plans.)