504
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 is a civil rights law that protects students with disabilities from discrimination and requires that school districts provide reasonable accommodations to those who qualify. Accommodations are provided in the general education classroom environment because students with Section 504 plans must always be served in the Least-Restrictive Environment (LRE). The Office of Civil Rights (OCR) has generally held that if a child’s needs cannot be met in general education with accommodations, the student should be referred for evaluation to determine special education eligibility.
Section 504 defines a person with a disability as any person who:
- Has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities without considering the effects of mitigating factors.
- Has a record of such impairment; or
- Is regarded as having such impairment.
Contact Person for Section 504 Referrals:
The designated person to contact regarding options for a student experiencing learning difficulties or regarding a referral for evaluation for Section 504 services is:
Contact Person: Allyson Reichenau
Phone Number: 512-419-1551 Ext 334
Email:[email protected]
Additional Information:
The following websites provide information and resources for students with disabilities and their families.