Fern Ridge School District

Section 504

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 is a federal civil rights statute that prohibits discrimination against persons with disabilities. Section 504 applies to recipients of federal funds, including public schools. The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) extends the protections of Section 504 without regard to federal funding. The ADA also applies to public schools.

The Section 504 regulations require school districts to provide a free appropriate public education to students with disabilities. A 504 planning team decides what supports a student with disabilities needs through a 504 Plan to "level the playing field" so the student can access educational opportunities.

Some students with disabilities qualify for special education services and supports under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Section 504 is not the same as Special Education under the IDEA.

504 Contacts:

FRSD 504 Coordinator: Rilke Klingsporn, Director of Special Programs
Elmira Elementary: Courtney Roberts, Counselor
Veneta Elementary: Ashley Fischer, Counselor
Fern Ridge Middle School: Katelyn Tracer, Counselor
Elmira High School: Brittany McMillan, Counselor & Court Wirth, Counselor

504 Plans after High School:

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act is a civil rights law, which covers students in elementary, middle, high school, and postsecondary education.

You will need to request accommodations from your school/program, and provide documentation to show that you have a current disability. Contact the Special Programs office if you need copies of documents. Start the accommodation request process early!

Section 504

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