Can Section 504 students be disciplined?
Students covered by Section 504 are expected to conform to the same behavior standards as their non-disabled peers, unless explicitly outlined in their 504 Plan. They have, however, extra protections when facing serious discipline, such as expulsion. Prior to expelling a student, the 504 Team should conduct an evaluation (manifestation determination) to determine if the incident was related to the student’s disability. If the 504 Team determines that the incident was not related to the disability, the school may discipline the student as they would any other student. Students currently using drugs or alcohol are exempt from Section 504 protections. Must all of the buildings be accessible? Section 504 requires districts to ensure that programs and activities are accessible to persons with disabilities (students, parents, and community members). This includes not only classrooms but special-use rooms (i.e., computer or science labs), parking lots, walkways, playgrounds, rest room facilit
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