IDEA
What does IDEA stand for?
Can a child who is not eligible for special education be eligible for a 504 plan?
Yes.
Who is included in the IDEA?
Ages 3-21 are included under the IDEA.
What age group is covered under a 504 plan?
All ages, no restriction.
When did the IDEA start and when was it revised last?
The IDEA started in 1975, and it was last revised in 2004.
Why is it called 504?
It is named after Section 504 of the 1973 Rehabilition Act.
What's the purpose of the IDEA?
The IDEA served to assist those with disabilities by assisting them with specialized educational plans that meet their accommodational needs.
What is a 504 plan?
A 504 plan is a plan for a school to provide services and supports for a student with a physical or mental impairment that limits one or more of their major life activities.
What are the 6 principles of the IDEA?
1. Zero reject
2. Nondiscriminatory testing
3. Free and appropriate education
4. Least restrictive environment
5. Due process
6. Parent participation
What are at least 3 examples of accommodations in a 504 plan?
- Taking tests in a quiet room
- Wearing headsets to block noise
- Using assistive technology for communication
- Receiving tailored homework
- Accessing a sign language interpreter