Section 504

The terms “504” and “Section 504” refer to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, which protects people with disabilities against discrimination. 

CSI serves as the AU responsible for ensuring charter school compliance with applicable 504 laws, including oversight of schools providing all supports as outlined in students’ 504 plans. Each school is required to have a Section 504 Coordinator, who is the building Principal or designee.

Resources (see below for trainings and templates) 

• US DOE 504 Resources
• Section 504 CSI Guidance Manual [pdf]
• What is Section 504 and Who is Eligible? [slides] [recording]
• Section 504 Plan Review Checklist [pdf]
• CSI Section 504 Frequently Asked Questions [doc] | USDOE 504 Frequently Asked Questions

Section 504 Trainings (LearnWorlds)

504 Coordinators Foundational Training

Topics:

• Legal Foundations of Section 504
• 504 Coordinator’s Roles and Responsibilities
• 504 Process Part I:  Referral, Consent for Evaluation and Parent Rights
• 504 Process Part II:  Evaluation and Eligibility
• 504 Process Part III-The 504 Plan

504 Coordinators Advanced Training Topics

Topics:

• Evaluation and Eligibility Determination
• Individual Healthcare Plans, 504s and IEPs
• Writing Effective Accommodations
• Parent Rights and the Grievance Process
• Manifestation Determination Reviews
• CSI 504 Plan and program Reviews