Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 Accomodations
- Port Angeles School District Contact:
Kate Wenzl, phone - 360.565.3745; fax - 360.417.5301 - Port Angeles School District Policy No. 2162
Education of Students With Disabilities Under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 - Port Angeles School District Procedure No. 2162P
Education of Students With Disabilities Under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 is a federal civil rights law which prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities. It applies to any school which receives federal funds. The intent of this law is to provide students with disabilities equal access to educational programs, services, and activities. Students with disabilities may not be denied participation in school programs and activities solely on the basis of disability. Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction
Kate Wenzl, director of special education & federal programs, is also the 504 Coordinator for the District. She can provide assistance as well as respond to allegations of discrimination based on disability.
Additional Resources:
- Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction
- Section 504 of the Rehabilitation of 1973
- U.S. Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights
206.220.7900 TDD: 877.521.2172
OCR.Seattle@ed.gov