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This fact sheet (PDF, 4 pages) describes the obligations of public K-12 schools in protecting the rights of students with asthma under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. The fact sheet defines asthma as a protected disability under Section 504, describes how it may impact a student’s experience ...
This fact sheet (PDF, 4 pages) describes the obligations of public K-12 schools in protecting the rights of students with diabetes under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. The fact sheet defines diabetes as a protected disability under Section 504, describes how it may impact a student’s experience ...
Application deadline: April 24, 2024  This program seeks to promote academic achievement and improve results for children with disabilities by providing technical assistance (TA), supporting model demonstration projects, disseminating useful information, and implementing activities that are supported by scientifically based research. This priority area will fund four cooperative agreements to establish ...
This fact sheet (PDF, 4 pages) describes the obligations of public K-12 schools in protecting the rights of students with food allergies under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. The fact sheet defines food allergies as a protected disability under Section 504, describes how they may impact a ...
This fact sheet (PDF, 4 pages) describes the obligations of public K-12 schools in protecting the rights of students with gastroesophageal reflux (GER) or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. The fact sheet defines GER and GERD as protected disabilities under Section 504, ...
These checklists are designed to help families with children prepare for an emergency. Parents and other caregivers can learn which items to consider including in an emergency kit and how to turn this task into a fun game for the family. Checklists are available for families with children or pets ...
This webpage provides an overview of a college and university’s obligation to provide auxiliary aid to qualified students who have disabilities under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Examples of auxiliary aids and a discussion of their cost and effectiveness are provided. Answers to frequently asked questions are ...
This document (PDF, 24 pages) is designed shares information about the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act’s (IDEA’s) assistive technology (AT) requirements, dispels common misconceptions regarding AT, provides examples of the use of AT devices and services for children with disabilities, and highlights the different requirements under Part C and Part ...
This infographic (PDF, 4 pages) presents data on the percentage of public school students ages 5–21 who are English learners with disabilities (ELSWD) in need of special education and related services. Recommendations for serving and supporting ELSWDs are provided. Learn more (PDF, 4 pages). 
This document (PDF, 1 page) summarizes lessons learned from a series of conversations with educators and learners with disabilities to discuss how decision makers at schools can better prioritize accessibility. Learn more (PDF, 1 page). 
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