Section 504 

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act ensures that the child with a disability has equal access to an education; it is a civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities. A student identified as disabled under Section 504 may be eligible for services/accommodations if he or she has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits learning or another major life activity.   

Any student identified as disabled under Section 504 is ensured equal opportunities for participation in academic, non-academic and/or extracurricular activities, and preschool and adult education programs.

504 Procedural Safeguards/Rights

Please contact the Pupil Services Office at 330-653-1426 for additional information.