This newly updated six-page laminated reference guide is an indispensible tool for school administrators and educators that outlines key features of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the federal law that entitles students with disabilities (SWD) to free and appropriate public education (FAPE), including specialized instruction and related services, or special education. Author Karen Norlander, Esq., details the requirements schools must meet according to the law, and presents a chart comparing Section 504 and IDEA.
Educators will find an expert analysis of Section 504 and the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) and their impact on educational opportunities for persons with disabilities.
Your quick flipbook guide to IEP and 504 meetings How can educators and administrators best conduct IEP and Section 504 team meetings, ensure parent participation, and build trust while maintaining a legal, efficient, and effective process? This easy-to-read flipbook answers this question and more by providing practical guidance for educational best practices, all while making the language of law easy to read and understand. A handy reference guide, this book is designed to be used again and again to practice and refine team meetings—and hopefully take some of the pain out of the process. The flipbook includes: · An overview of the purposes and procedures of IEP and 504 meetings · A clear delineation of what constitutes a team’s job—and what to avoid · Best practices, including language to use and tips to keep meetings on track · Helpful do’s and don’ts to facilitate productive and legal meetings that ensure students receive the services they need Numerous bulleted lists, real world examples, and a detailed appendix, including links to case law, make this handbook an invaluable everyday companion for everyone who participates in IEP and 504 meetings.
Wrightslaw Special Education Legal Developments and Cases 2019 is designed to make it easier for you to stay up-to-date on new cases and developments in special education law.Learn about current and emerging issues in special education law, including:* All decisions in IDEA and Section 504 ADA cases by U.S. Courts of Appeals in 2019* How Courts of Appeals are interpreting the two 2017 decisions by the U.S. Supreme Court* Cases about discrimination in a daycare center, private schools, higher education, discrimination by licensing boards in national testing, damages, higher standards for IEPs and "least restrictive environment"* Tutorial about how to find relevant state and federal cases using your unique search terms
In order to more successfully meet the special needs of students with 504 Plans in their classrooms, teachers need to have a wide range of effective accommodations at their disposal. This reference guide, written by Sandra Rief, nationally renowned authority on ADHD and LD, provides specific evidenced-based accommodations to address a variety of areas, such as:Attention and Focus Planning Organizing Behavior Self-Regulation Test-Taking Time Awareness & Management Listening & Following Directions Work Production (Class Assignments & Homework) And much, much morePacked with ready-to-use, practical accommodations, this guide is a valuable "desk reference" for every teacher who wants to more effectively address the needs of students with disabilities in their classrooms. School teams will also find this to be a useful tool when developing 504 Accommodation Plans for qualifying students.
Aimed at parents of and advocates for special needs children, explains how to develop a relationship with a school, monitor a child's progress, understand relevant legislation, and document correspondence and conversations.