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    A 504 referral can be initiated by a parent, teacher, principal, counselor or 504 coordinator. The student's 504 team will determine what assessments are needed to evaluate if a student has a disability under Section 504. A student has a disability if they have a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity, have a record of such an impairment, or are regarded as having an impairment. School staff should refer a student for Section 504 consideration if there is reason to believe the student has a mental or physical impairment that limits a major life activity, as indicated by factors such as a known diagnosis, dropping grades, behavioral issues, illness, inability to attend school, or parent concern.

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    A 504 referral can be initiated by a parent, teacher, principal, counselor or 504 coordinator. The student's 504 team will determine what assessments are needed to evaluate if a student has a disability under Section 504. A student has a disability if they have a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity, have a record of such an impairment, or are regarded as having an impairment. School staff should refer a student for Section 504 consideration if there is reason to believe the student has a mental or physical impairment that limits a major life activity, as indicated by factors such as a known diagnosis, dropping grades, behavioral issues, illness, inability to attend school, or parent concern.

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    A 504 referral can be initiated by a parent, teacher, principal, counselor or 504 coordinator. The student's 504 team will determine what assessments are needed to evaluate if a student has a disability under Section 504. A student has a disability if they have a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity, have a record of such an impairment, or are regarded as having an impairment. School staff should refer a student for Section 504 consideration if there is reason to believe the student has a mental or physical impairment that limits a major life activity, as indicated by factors such as a known diagnosis, dropping grades, behavioral issues, illness, inability to attend school, or parent concern.

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    Questions and Answers about Section 504

    How is a 504 referral made?


    A parent or teacher may begin the referral process by talking to the schools principal or assistant
    principal, a school counselor, or the schools 504 coordinator (Ruby Locklear).
    504 Evaluation/Assessment
    The students 504 team will decide what assessments are needed to determine whether a student has a
    disability under section 504.
    What is a student with a disability under section 504?
    A student is considered disabled under Section 504 if the student:
    a. Has a physical or mental impairment/disability which substantially limits one or more major life
    activities.
    b. Has a record or history of such an impairment; or
    c. Is regarded as having such an impairment
    Students from all three categories are protected from discrimination under Section 504.
    Protected from Discrimination
    Student has a mental or
    physical impairment
    Student has a history of such an
    impairment
    Student is regarded as having
    such an impairment

    YES

    FAPE Requirements (504


    Student Accommodation Plan)
    YES, if needed

    YES

    NO

    YES

    NO

    When should school staff refer a student for Section 504 consideration?
    A referral should be made when the staff person has reason to believe that a student has a mental or
    physical impairment that substantially limits a major life activity. Factors that may suggest the presence
    of a disability include:

    A known mental health diagnosis;


    Grades dropping with other indicators of possible disability;
    Substantial behavioral referrals with other indicators of possible disability;
    Hospitalization
    Chronic illness or physical condition;
    Inability to attend school based on illness or mental health condition;
    Determination that a student does not qualify (or continue to qualify) for special education but
    evaluation indicates a mental or physical impairment;
    Parent concern with other indicators of possible disability;
    History of disability or at risk designation with other indicators of present concern.

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