Understanding Access to Education for Students with Disabilities

Children with Special Needs, Individualized Education Plan, Section 504, Special Education, Special Education Law

Access to education is a fundamental right that students with disabilities and their families have to advocate for every day. When a public education program fails to provide services required under law, administrative or legal action is often necessary to ensure a student receives the services and resources they need to be successful in school. … Read More

Does My Child Qualify for a 504 Plan?

Children with Special Needs, Section 504, Special Education, Special Education Law

As a parent, ensuring your child has access to the best possible tools for education is essential for their success as learners. However, for students with disabilities or medical conditions, the traditional classroom settings can present significant barriers to learning, requiring assistance through accommodations provided by a 504 Plan. Schools are required to comply with … Read More

The Major Differences Between an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and a 504 Plan

Individualized Education Plan, Section 504, Special Education Law

When parents of children with special needs encounter the public school system for the first time, they often have questions about the kinds of assistance and services that will be available to their children. Under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), all students ages three and up are entitled to a Free and Appropriate … Read More