General
This levels the education “playing field” for students with an impairment so they have an equal opportunity to access their education successfully.
What is a 504 Plan?
The class is given10 minutes to complete an assignment. Per his 504 plan, Carter must be provided 15 minutes to complete the same assignment. This is called…
What is extended time by 50%
Cameron has the accommodation of extended time by 50%. You have already given the entire class an additional week to complete an assignment. Does this meet the criteria of Cameron’s extended time? Why or why not?
No, if the class got an additional week, Cameron should get 50% more time than that (2.5 additional days)
Teachers are required to provide and document when accommodations are provided to a student with a 504 plan.
TRUE
Teachers must document accommodations on a matrix or lesson plan.
Implementing 504 accommodations, documenting implementation of accommodations, submitting 504 progress reports, attending 504 meetings, and signing receipt when given a 504
What are teacher responsibilities regarding 504 Plans
You assign independent work to your students. Due to her 504 plan, you must walk by Serenity's desk to ensure she has initiated her work and is progressing as directed.
What is Monitor independent work
When you came into work this morning, the principal informed you that your grade band will have an assembly at 1:00pm in the auditorium. Nathan’s 504 plan lists ‘advanced notice of schedule changes’ as an accommodation. What should you do when you see Nathan in the morning?
I should pull Nathan aside and inform him of the assembly and time. If he has a schedule, I should change it on his schedule. I can also explain to him how we will get ready for the assembly.
The student is responsible for reminding the teacher when they need to use their accommodations.
False
It is the teacher's responsibility to provide the accommodations.
A 504 plan is a legal plan/document that lists how a school will remove barriers so a student with a disability can access the academic environment. It may include modifications, supports, services, and reasonable ________.
What are accommodations?
Cora has a 504 plan for ADHD. During reading instruction, you notice she is crumbling up paper balls and staring out the window. You stand at her desk, gently tap her book, and quietly say "we are on page 27".
What is Verbal and non verbal cues to remain on task
Jameel has a 504 plan for ADHD. One of his accommodations is frequent breaks to refocus and/or deescalate. After approximately 7 minutes in class, Jameel raises his hand and says he needs a break. The teacher says “Jameel, you just got to class. You don’t need a break” and continues to teach. Is the teacher’s response appropriate based on 504 law?
No. He is identifying that he needs a break, so he should be given one as outlined in his 504 plan. **
A student's impairment or disability must negatively impact their grades in order to be eligible for a 504 plan.
False
The impairment or disability must substantially limit a major life function. A student can have straight As and require a 504 plan.
This is the law that governs 504 plans.
What is Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973/ Individuals with Disabilities Act
Juan has a 504 plan for Generalized Anxiety Disorder and has a history of panic attacks when required to present in front of the whole class. The students have been assigned a project that requires them to stand in front of the class and do a 10 minute oral presentation. You allow Juan to present his oral project with just you as the audience.
What is Allow student to demonstrate knowledge in alternate ways
When grading assignments, you notice that Shamir has not handed in his homework assignment or 3 class assignments for the week. He has a 504 plan for ADHD with an accommodation to remind him to submit classwork and homework daily. You remind his class each day to put their homework and classwork in their class bin. Do you have any further responsibility based on his 504 plan?
Yes. You have not provided his accommodation as written. The accommodation to remind him to submit classwork and homework daily is in addition to the reminders you provide for the whole class. Having this accommodation means you have to provide an additional reminder for Shamir.
Teachers have the discretion to determine if they want to provide the accommodations on a student’s 504 plan.
False
Teachers are legally required to implement 504 accommodations as they are written on the student's 504 plan.