Demystifying Section 504: A Practical Guide to a Puzzling Law

From mild anxiety to sheer panic, Section 504 tends to evoke a wide range of emotions in educators and school leaders. If you share in these feelings, don't worry - you are not alone. Section 504 ensures equal access to school programs for students with disabilities, but educators are often fuzzy about exactly what their obligations are under this federal law. To make matters worse, there is a large amount of misinformation floating around about the topic, and really good professional development sessions on this topic are almost impossible to find - until now!   Presented by a seasoned school law attorney and public speaker, this session is designed to truly clarify Section 504 obligations for public schools, break down the law in a manner that is approachable and meaningful, and provide a host of best-practice tips and tools for participants to take back to their schools. This session is designed to provide practical tools, such as charts, graphics, and case summaries, to help schools identify their obligations under the law and develop legally-defensible implementation procedures and practices.