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A 504 Plan is a written plan that gives students with disabilities accommodations so they can access learning alongside their peers. It comes from Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, a federal civil rights law. Unlike an IEP, a 504 Plan focuses on accommodations rather than specialized instruction.

A child qualifies for a 504 Plan if they have a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity, like learning, reading, concentrating, or focusing. There's no set list of conditions. What matters is how the disability affects your child at school. Our guide explains how eligibility works in plain language.

Start by requesting a 504 evaluation in writing from your child's school. If your child qualifies, the school works with you to build the plan. Our guide includes fillable request letters and walks you through every step, so you know exactly what to do.

Accommodations vary by child but can include extended time on tests, preferential seating, breaks, assistive technology, modified assignments, and more. The goal is to remove barriers so your child can access learning. Our guide includes accommodation tips to help you ask for what fits your child.

Section 504 is part of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, a federal law that protects people with disabilities from discrimination. In schools, it gives students the right to accommodations through a 504 Plan.

Yes, a school can decide your child doesn't qualify, but they must have a reason and follow proper procedures. You have the right to disagree and challenge that decision. Our guide explains your rights and what to do if the school says no.

The process is the same regardless of the condition. ADHD is one of the most common reasons families seek a 504 Plan, often for accommodations like extended time, movement breaks, or reduced distractions. What matters is how the condition affects your child's ability to access their education by removing barriers, not the diagnosis itself.

The Ultimate 504 Guide is a $59.95 digital download that covers every step of the 504 process, advocate-approved fillable letters, what happens in meetings and why, parent rights, accommodation tips, a meeting checklist, and help with discipline and suspension. It's yours to keep and reuse.