What is a 504 Plan?
Section 504 is a federal civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities. Section 504 ensures that the child with a disability has equal access to an education. The child may receive accommodations and modifications.
When does a student qualify under Section 504?
The decision whether or not a student qualifies under Section 504 is made on a case-by-case basis. A screening committee at your child’s school, headed by the 504 coordinator, reviews the child’s individual profile to determine whether there is a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity. Things that are considered include the nature and severity of the impairment, its duration or expected duration and the long term impact of the impairment on the child’s opportunity to equally access and benefit from programs and activities offered in school. A 504 plan typically qualifies a student for accommodations and modifications necessary to allow that student to access the general education curriculum, but individualized services are not generally provided under a 504 plan. If a child is not eligible for special education services, is a referral for a 504 plan automatically made?
Decisions regarding referral for 504 are made on a case by case basis. Some students who do not qualify for special education services can be considered for services under 504. If it is suspected that a child may qualify under 504, a referral to the school’s 504 coordinator should be made
Q: What is the difference between IEPs and 504 plans?
IEPs and 504s are similar but different entities. Understood.org does a great job here of comparing the two plans.
Q: Who do I talk to about a 504 for my child?
The North Park Superintendent is the 504 Coordinator for the District. The Superintendent will coordinate any referrals, testing, and 504 meeting for North Park.
Information provided by NWBOCES.
Non-Discrimination Statement:
North Park School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex or gender, disability and prohibits discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates, including in admission and employment. Complaint procedures have been established for students, parents, employees and members of the public. The following person(s) have been identified for the district:
Compliance Officer
Amy Ward, Superintendent 910 4th Street Walden CO 80480 970-723-3300 superintendent@npk12.org
Title IX Coordinator
Ryan Russell – Business Manager 910 4th Street Walden, Colorado 80480 970-723-3300 finance@npk12.org
Office of Civil Rights
US Department of Education Region VII Federal Office Building 1244 North Speer Boulevard, Suite 310 Denver, Colorado 80204
Nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures can be located at** https://npk12.org/en-US
To report information about conduct that may constitute sex discrimination or harassment: Complaint Form.
A lack of English language proficiency will not be a barrier to admission and participation in career and technical education programs.* North Park School District offers Career and Technical Education (CTE) which includes Introduction to Agricultural Sciences, Horticulture, Ag Business, Ag Leadership, Welding, Structure Design and Fabrication, Equine Science, Small Engine Repair, Principles of animal & vet sciences, On the Job Training, and Greenhouse Management.Agricultural sciences aim to improve the efficiency and sustainability of agriculture by studying and applying principles from various fields like biology, chemistry, and economics. This helps ensure a stable food supply, develop sustainable farming methods, and improve nutrition. The CTE programs are available to all interested students.