August 5, 2022
4:59 pm
The U.S. Department of Education Office of Civil Rights (OCR) has created a resource guide to remind all educational institutions receiving Federal financial assistance from the Department that they must vigilantly work to ensure compliance with Section 504 and other Federal laws that protect students with disabilities.
OCR intends that this resource guide was created to also help parents of students with disabilities understand the obligations imposed under Section 504. In particular, the resource guide summarizes key requirements of Section 504, and aims to increase understanding of these requirements for both parents and members of the school community alike.
For more information, click HERE.
June 1, 2020
11:50 am
A 504 plan is a blueprint for how the school will support a student with a disability and remove barriers to learning. A 504 plan is a blueprint for how the school will support a student with a disability and remove barriers to learning. 504 plans are formal plans that schools develop to give kids with disabilities the support they need. That covers any condition that limits daily activities in a major way. These plans prevent discrimination. And they protect the rights of kids with disabilities in school. They’re covered under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. This is a civil rights law.
For more information, click HERE.
December 30, 2019
3:06 pm
This program is designed for high school students, ages 15 years and 10 months through 19 years. Successful completion of this course earns a certificate that students may present to the DMV for a Drivers Permit. Courses are offered at most high schools, CCRI’s four campus locations, and various locations throughout the state. Students needing accommodations (currently being utilized in a 504 Plan) are available with prior notice 40 days in advance of the course start date. Click below for more information.
Driver Education for Teens – Community College of Rhode Island
November 7, 2019
12:31 pm
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) ensures that individuals with disabilities have the opportunity to fairly compete for and pursue such opportunities by requiring testing entities to offer exams in a manner accessible to persons with disabilities. When needed testing accommodations are provided, test-takers can demonstrate their true aptitude.
ADA Requirements – Testing
January 15, 2019
12:05 pm
Many parents of students with disabilities have learned the basics of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). However, as students and their families prepare for the transition from secondary programs to postsecondary options they often find they are less familiar with the protections provided by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.
Check out the following links with the questions most commonly asked:
www.pacer.org/transition/resource
August 2, 2018
12:09 pm
Both Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and 504 plans can offer formal help for K–12 students with learning and attention issues. They’re similar in some ways but quite different in others. This chart compares them side-by-side to help you understand the differences.
IEP vs. 504 Plan
