Possibly Eligible Persons Under Section 504

EXAMPLES

Examples

Possibly Eligible Persons Under Section 504

This is a nonexhaustive list of examples to assist you in thinking about the accommodation and services students with a disability may need in order to benefit from the academic programs of a school district.

ATTENTION DEFICIT DISORDER (ADD) AND ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVE DISORDER (ADHD) – The student does not meet eligibility requirements under IDEA as emotionally disturbed, learning disabled, or other health impaired. The student is regarded as having a disability (ADD) by a doctor. The disability limits the major life activity of learning. Not because the student is not getting A’s and B’s, but rather the student’s hyper-attention or non attention is causing the student to not succeed; therefore, supports could be put into place to help the student succeed in the general education setting.

ACQUIRED IMMUNE DEFICIENCY SYNDROME (AIDS) – The student frequently misses school and does not have the strength to attend a full day. This student has a record of a disability which substantially limits the life activities of learning and working.

ARTHRITIS – A student with arthritis may have persistent pain, tenderness or swelling in one or more joints. A student experiencing arthritic pain may require a modified physical education program.

CANCER – A student with a long term medical problem may be given considerations to accommodate special needs. For example, a student with cancer may need a class schedule that allows for rest and recuperation following chemotherapy.

EMOTIONALLY DISTURBED – A student who is emotionally disturbed may need an adjusted class schedule to allow time for regular counseling or therapy.

HOMEBOUND – A student was in an automobile accident and will require homebound services for three months. The student is considered disabled under Section 504 and should receive special accommodations.

OBESITY – A student has an extreme eating disorder that may require special accommodations. Obesity may be considered a disability under Section 504 where it substantially impairs a major life activity or is perceived by others as doing so.

STUDENT WITH SPECIAL HEALTH CARE NEEDS – The student has a special health care concern and requires clean intermittent catheterization twice each day. This procedure empties the bladder and helps prevent urinary tract infections and possible wetting. The school is required to provide trained personnel to perform the procedure, or to provide the student a private location to perform the procedure.