My daughter has a food allergy. How can a Section 504 plan help her to receive additional support in school?
A child with a food allergy has a condition that can substantially limit her learning. Under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, your daughter should be eligible to receive support and services from her school so that she may access an appropriate education as any other student. We know that a severe food allergy can affect many body systems. For instance, it can substantially limit breathing during an anaphylactic reaction. When this happens, your daughter’s ability to learn in the school environment will be severely limited. The 504 team at your daughter’s school is responsible for gathering information to determine whether she qualifies for Section 504 services. Public schools must provide a free, appropriate public education to any student who is eligible under Section 504. Once your daughter is found eligible, you and the school will create a 504 Plan which describes the support, accommodations, and modifications the school will provide, including accommodations that wi
