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What is Section 504?
Section 504 is federal civil rights law which prohibits the discrimination against individuals with disabilities. It applies to all schools and institutions that receive federal funds. The law ensures that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations, supports, and/or auxiliary aids to eliminate barriers that would prohibit participation in programs and activities offered all students.
Common Referral Reasons
Chronic medical condition that is not covered by the IDEA
Disability identified in the IDEA but is not eligible for special education and related services
Outside evaluation recommends supports
Hidden disability
Many students have conditions or disorders that are not easily seen by others. They may include conditions such as specific learning disabilities, diabetes, epilepsy, and allergies. Hidden disabilities such as low vision, poor hearing, heart disease, or chronic illness may not be obvious, but if they substantially limit that child’s ability to receive an appropriate education as defined by Section 504, they may be considered to have an impairment under Section 504 standards. As a result, these students, regardless of their intelligence, will be unable to fully demonstrate their ability or attain educational benefits equal to that of non-disabled students.
Anyone can refer a child for an evaluation under Section 504 including parents, teachers, doctors, or other school staff working with your child.
Additional information regarding 504 services can be found on the TEA webpage - Resources on Special Education in Texas.
For additional information regarding Section 504, you may also contact a campus administrator
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