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What are IEPs and 504 Plans?
IEPs and 504 Plans both support students with disabilities but serve different purposes. An Individualized Education Program (IEP) is a legally binding plan under IDEA that provides specialized instruction and services for students with disabilities. A 504 Plan in education refers to a formal plan developed for students with disabilities to ensure they receive accommodations and support necessary for academic success.
How are Parents Involved, and What Advice Can Help Them?
Parents are critical advocates in the 504 Plan process. They collaborate with teachers, counselors, and administrators to design accommodations tailored to their child’s needs. Parents have the right to appeal decisions, request re-evaluations, and monitor plan implementation. Staying informed, documenting communications, and fostering positive collaboration with school staff are key to ensuring their child’s success.
What is the 504 Plan Process?
The 504 Plan process ensures students with disabilities have equal access to education by identifying and addressing barriers. It involves these steps:
Meredith Biesinger – Licensed dyslexia therapist in Mississippi, in addition to being an experienced classroom teacher and K-12 administrator. Meredith also works as a consultant, where she bridges the bridge the gap between K-12 school districts and ed-tech organizations.
Ali Newcomb – VP of Marketing at Agile Education Marketing, is a strategy development specialist with over 20 years of experience in the education market. Prior to joining Agile, she held leadership roles at Pearson, McGraw-Hill, and InsideTrack and earned her Master of Business Administration from the University of Colorado.
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