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Terry Booth

OPI: Section 504 Guidance - 0 views

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Section 504 OPI

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  • The Office of Public Instruction has posted links to current Section 504 guidance on our Website.  This guidance is from the Center for Technical Assistance for Excellence in Special Education (TAESE)  and the Office of Civil Rights. The links are available on the Special Education Webpage (http://opi.mt.gov/Programs/SpecialEd/Index.html) under "RELATED LINKS" and include: Guidelines for Educators and Administrators for Implementing Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973-Subpart D A Parent and Educator Guide To Section 504 Accommodations for Identified Children With Disabilities Section 504 Procedural Requirements for School Districts; and Section 504 A Possible Service Option for Students with Disabilities Section 504 requirements are separate from special education.  This guidance is provided as a courtesy.
danny hagfeldt

Unraveling the 504 Maze: Information and Strategies for Special Education Advocates - W... - 0 views

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Advocacy IDEA Section 504 Special Education webinar

shared by danny hagfeldt on 14 Nov 11 - No Cached
  • Click here to registerWhat:Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 protects the rights of individuals with disabilities in programs and activities that receive federal financial assistance. Students eligible for special education services under the IDEA are typically also eligible for services under Section 504; additionally, students not eligible under IDEA may be covered by Section 504. Therefore, it is critical that advocates for students with disabilities understand protections under Section 504 as well as ways to deal with suspected violations.    This webinar will provide an overview of the structure of the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) at the U.S. Department of Education, which enforces Section 504 with respect to entities that receive federal financial assistance from the Department. The Section 504 complaint process will be examined in depth, including who may file a complaint, when a complaint may be filed, how to file a complaint, what type of information is necessary to file a complaint and how to effectively present that information. Additional ways to address suspected violations will also be explained as well as strategies to effectively navigate procedural safeguards provided by the law. The webinar will also provide an overview of how the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act applies to Section 504. Time will be provided for questions for participants. When: Wednesday, December 7, 2011  12:00 to 1:30 PM MT Cost: $50.00
Terry Booth

The ADA, IDEA & Section 504 in Education - Webinar - Mar. 3, 2010 - 0 views

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ADA IDEA Section 504 webinar

shared by Terry Booth on 01 Mar 10 - Cached
  • Please join the Southwest ADA Center at ILRU for a webinar on “The Americans with Disabilities Act, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 in education.” Cheryl A. Theis (MA), with the Disability Rights Education & Defense Fund (DREDF) will provide an overview of the rights and protections for children with disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act, IDEA (the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act in elementary and secondary education. During this session we will: Give an overview of the rights and protections for children under the ADA, IDEA and Section 504 laws Update participants on the latest developments under these laws Discuss how to work collaboratively and effectively with school districts under IDEA and Section 504 laws Describe some of the latest resources available
Sierra Boehm

Section 508 Refresh - Using WCAG 2.0 to Evaluate Document Accessibility - Webinar - Dec... - 0 views

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webinar free accessibility

shared by Sierra Boehm on 05 Nov 13 - No Cached
  • Sierra Boehm on 05 Nov 13
     
    Register for this event

    What:
    In 2010, the Board's Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM) for Section 508 proposed to incorporate the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (also known as WCAG 2.0) for evaluating the accessibility of electronic documents. WCAG 2.0 is published and maintained by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) and is the internationally recognized standards for web accessibility. This session will provide examples of how the WCAG success criteria can be used to catch accessibility barriers in office documents, and also how the word processor has the capacity to include accessibility features in documents. Presented by the ADA National Network.

    When:
    Thursday, December 5th, 2013
    12:30 pm Mountain

    Cost:
    No cost
Roger Holt

Board Releases Draft Refresh of Section 508 Standards and Section 255 Guidelines - 0 views

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Section 508 Section 255 Accessible IT assistive technology technology

shared by Roger Holt on 21 Mar 10 - Cached
  • The Board is undertaking an update of its standards for electronic and information technology in the Federal sector covered by Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act.  As part of this effort, it is also updating guidelines for telecommunications products subject to Section 255 of the Telecommunications Act.  On March 17, the Board released for public comment a draft of the updated standards and guidelines.  The draft features a new structure and format that integrates the 508 standards and 255 guidelines into a single document referred to as the “Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Standards and Guidelines.”  Requirements have been reorganized according to functionality instead of product type since many devices now feature an array of capabilities and applications.  The released draft includes proposed revisions to various performance criteria and technical specifications that are designed to improve accessibility, add clarity to facilitate compliance, address market trends, and promote harmonization with other guidelines and standards.
Roger Holt

Section 504 and IDEA Comparison Chart For School - NCLD - 0 views

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IDEA section 504

shared by Roger Holt on 01 Oct 13 - No Cached
  • School can be a stressful environment for the child and a time of vulnerability. Appropriate accommodations and modifications can reduce stress and can assist in achieving and maintaining educational success. As a parent, you are your child's greatest advocate, supporter, and cheerleader. By becoming knowledgeable regarding educational laws as well as services and programs available within your community, you can ensure that your child receives a Free and Appropriate Public Education (FAPE). There are two primary laws that cover your child's rights to a public education: Individuals with Disability Education Improvement Act (IDEA) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
Roger Holt

Understanding the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act and Section 504 - 0 views

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504 ADA students Learning Disabilities adhd

shared by Roger Holt on 06 Oct 09 - Cached
  • The Impact on Students with LD and AD/HD The Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) was passed by Congress in December 2008 and became effective January 1, 2009. This significant piece of legislation corrected what Congress considered to be a departure from the intent of the original ADA (passed in 1990) brought about by several narrow interpretations of the law through Supreme Court rulings. These rulings weakened the law and made it difficult for people with disabilities to receive the protection the law intended.The ADAAA also has a direct and substantial impact on Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504) -an important law that provides protections for school-age children with disabilities.   This Parent Advocacy Brief will help you understand the changes brought about by the ADAAA, how they apply to Section 504, and how these changes may impact children with disabilities, including learning disabilities, as well as other conditions such as Attention-Deficit/ Hyperactivity Disorder (AD/HD), Aspergers Syndrome, diabetes, asthma, and life-threatening food allergies.
Roger Holt

Window-Eyes free for Users of Microsoft Office 2010 - 0 views

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assistive technology screenreader blind

shared by Roger Holt on 05 Mar 14 - No Cached
  • GW Micro, in collaboration with Microsoft, is excited to provide people who are blind, visually impaired, or print disabled with a completely functional* and free license of GW Micro's Window-Eyes screen reader. Microsoft is offering customers who have a licensed** version of Office 2010 or later the ability to download Window-Eyes, a screen reader for Windows PCs, free of charge. If you are ready to get started, select your preferred language and activate the Download Now button.
Roger Holt

Section 504 and IDEA Comparison Chart - 0 views

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section 504 IDEA comparison

shared by Roger Holt on 03 Aug 09 - Cached
  • Understanding how Section 504 and IDEA work with each other and complement each other allows you as the parent to better assist your child's educational team in ensuring your child's right to a Free and Appropriate Education (FAPE) is provided allowing for maximum educational success.
Terry Booth

Ensuring Access & Inclusion in Higher Education: Rights, Rules, & Responsibilities - We... - 0 views

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ADA education inclusion Section 504 webinar

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  • Terry Booth on 07 May 12
     
    Click here to register for this webinar What:
    The significant disparity in education and literacy levels for people with mental and substance use disorders compared to the general population is a matter of serious concern. For people with mental health and substance use disorders, access to and inclusion in higher education is a central issue in achieving social inclusion. Learning Objectives: To learn how efforts within the legal system are working to reduce discrimination and ensure that necessary accommodations as provided by the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act are available to all who need them. To hear about an innovative university program's person-centered approach that is having great success in helping students stay in school, graduate, pursue their vocational goals, and secure fulfilling roles in the community.

    To understand from a first-person perspective how one person was able to move out of poverty and realize her dreams by pursuing further education which led to achieving personal wellness and working to assist others in realizing their goals.

    To develop an increased understanding of the disparity in education and literacy levels for people with mental and substance use disorders compared to the general population and the significant impact of these disparities on poverty, health, and well-being. When:
    Wednesday, June 6, 2012
    1:00 - 2:30pm Mountain
Roger Holt

Autism Treatment Acceleration Act (ATAA) - 0 views

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Autism Legislation ATAA

shared by Roger Holt on 20 May 09 - Cached
  • Autism Treatment Acceleration Act of 2009 - Federal Autism Insurance Reform (S. 819, H.R. 2413)
  • The “Autism Treatment Acceleration Act of 2009” (ATAA) contains a total of twelve sections, each putting forth a different program for autism.  A key feature of the bill is Section 12, which contains the provisions for federal reform of autism insurance coverage.  If passed, Section 12 will require all insurance companies across the country to provide coverage for evidence-based, medically-necessary autism treatments and therapies.
  • Roger Holt on 20 May 09
     
    Autism Treatment Acceleration Act (ATAA) in the U.S. House of Representatives. Introduced by Representatives Mike Doyle (D-PA), Chris Smith (D-NJ), Eliot Engel (D-NY), and Hank Johnson (D-GA), ATAA is comprehensive federal legislation that addresses several critical challenges facing the autism community, including increased funding for scientific research, treatment and services.
Roger Holt

MCH Library Knowledge Path: Autism Spectrum Disorders - 0 views

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Autism Library mch

shared by Roger Holt on 02 Jun 09 - Cached
  • This knowledge path about autism spectrum disorders (ASD) has been compiled by the Maternal and Child Health Library at Georgetown University. It offers a selection of current, high-quality resources about ASD screening and diagnosis, treatment and intervention, communication, education, vocational challenges, and impact on family life. Separate sections identify resources that address early identification, early intervention and education, concerns about vaccines, environmental health research, and inappropriate use of seclusion and restraints. This knowledge path for health professionals, educators, researchers, policymakers, and families will be updated periodically.
  • Roger Holt on 02 Jun 09
     
    This knowledge path about autism spectrum disorders (ASD) has been compiled by the Maternal and Child Health Library at Georgetown University. It offers a selection of current, high-quality resources about ASD screening and diagnosis, treatment and intervention, communication, education, vocational challenges, and impact on family life. Separate sections identify resources that address early identification, early intervention and education, concerns about vaccines, environmental health research, and inappropriate use of seclusion and restraints. This knowledge path for health professionals, educators, researchers, policymakers, and families will be updated periodically.
Roger Holt

AFB eNews - American Foundation for the Blind - June 2009 - Spanish Content - 0 views

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  • Roger Holt on 11 Jun 09
     
    New Spanish Content on AFB's Web Sites With 2.3 million Hispanic/Latino Americans (ages 18 and older) experiencing vision loss, there is a real, present need for more information to be available in Spanish. To reach this growing population, AFB has added updated content on its web sites to include more Spanish sections.
Terry Booth

The ADA, IDEA & Section 504 in Education - Webinar - 0 views

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webinar ADA IDEA Section 504 education

shared by Terry Booth on 24 Feb 10 - Cached
  • The Americans with Disabilities Act, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 in Education presented by Cheryl A. Theis (MA), Director of the Foster Youth with Disabilities in Transition (FYDT) and Clearinghouse and Education Advocate for the Parent Training Information Center Disability Rights Education & Defense Fund (DREDF)
Roger Holt

Lessons at Tuba City Hospital, Run by Navajos, About Births - NYTimes.com - 0 views

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healthcare births

shared by Roger Holt on 09 Mar 10 - Cached
  • TUBA CITY, Ariz. — After less than two hours in the maternity ward, with her boyfriend, his mother and a nurse-midwife by her side, Jacquelynn Torivio gave birth to a five-pound, five-ounce son with his grandmother’s dimples and a full head of shiny black hair.
  • As she held him, Ms. Torivio’s spirits clearly matched her Hopi name, Nuquahynum — “a feather flying high.”
  • It was the kind of birth that many women in the United States could only wish for. Ms. Torivio had a vaginal birth, even though her previous child had been delivered by Caesarean section. Because of that prior surgery, many hospitals would not have let her even try to give birth vaginally, but would have required another Caesarean.
Meliah Bell

COPAA's 15th Annual Conference - Albuquerque, NM - March 7-10, 2013 - 0 views

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Disability Special Education conference

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  • Meliah Bell on 18 Jan 13
     
    Click here to register for this Conference  register by March 1st

    What:
    COPAA is premised on the belief that every child deserves the right to a quality education that prepares them for meaningful employment, higher education, lifelong learning, and full participation in their chosen communities. The key to effective educational programs for children with disabilities is collaboration, as equals, by parents and educators. This is the premise of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Section 504 of the 1973 Rehabilitation Act, the federal statutes that guarantee children with disabilities a free, appropriate public education. Access to quality representation protects student and parent rights and levels the playing field to foster meaningful student and parent participation as equal members of the student's planning team. The COPAA Conference is the premier opportunity for training and networking with the nation's most experienced and knowledgeable special education advocates and attorneys. Participants attend to learn about the most recent cases, legislative changes, the latest advocacy issues and educational interventions. When/Where:
    Thursday, March 7, 2013 - Sunday, March 10, 2013
    8:00 AM - 12:30 PM Eastern Time
    Hyatt Albuquerque
    330 Tijeras NW
    Albuquerque, New Mexico 87102 Contact:
    Click here for any questions or concerns
Meliah Bell

Butte PAK Meeting - Butte, MT - Nov. 10, 2012 - 0 views

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Education Standards Montana Special Education Training

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  • Meliah Bell on 17 Oct 12
     
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    What:
    The purpose of Montana PAK is to develop a monthly forum for parents to collaborate and receive information about special education advocacy and the federal/state laws that protect their children. In addition, PAK aims to provide a public medium to discuss educational concerns and to raise awareness about the scope of services, as well as local resources, which are available for children. One of those services is an Individualized Education Plan (IEP). An IEP is meant to be a collaborative process between parents, teachers, officials of the school system, and sometimes others who have expertise in the nature of a child's disability or provision of particular services. Parents are often overwhelmed by the special education process as they seek to improve their child's programming during IEP meetings. As an essential member of the IEP team, parents must have an understanding of the legal requirements which guide a school district's practices. Parents can improve their advocacy skills by obtaining a solid understanding of their child's legal rights under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), the American with Disabilities Act (ADA), and state laws. Although PAK is an organization for providing training and support program for parents, PAK invites parents, professionals and community members who are interested in improving their knowledge about special education advocacy. PAK meetings will be led by parent advocates who have considerable experience with the special education process with presentations by attorneys, special education advocates, and other professionals.

    When/Where:
    Nov. 10, 2012
    Business Deve
Roger Holt

U.S. Education Department Reaches Agreement with Memphis City Schools on Aids, Services... - 0 views

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US Department of Education OCR

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  • The U.S. Department of Education announced today that its Office for Civil Rights has reached a resolution agreement with the Memphis, Tenn., City Schools on aids and services to students with disabilities. The agreement resolves a compliance review initiated by the department to address whether the district is appropriately evaluating students with food allergies, asthma, diabetes, and other health impairments who have Individual Health Care Plans (IHCPs) to determine if the students are qualified students with a disability as defined by Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504) and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (Title II). OCR also investigated whether there was a difference in the provision of services to health impaired students on the basis of race.
danny hagfeldt

OSEP Leadership Conference - Washington, DC - July 30 - August 1, 2012 - 0 views

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Children Conference CPRC Disabilities IDEA Leadership OSEP PTAC PTI Section 619

shared by danny hagfeldt on 05 Dec 11 - No Cached
  • Click here for more information!What:The 2012 OSEP Leadership Conference (previously named the OSEP Mega Leadership Conference) will support better outcomes for infants, toddlers, children and youth with disabilities and their families by providing opportunities for key leaders and partners to interact with Department staff and OSEP-funded technical assistance providers. State Part B Directors, Part C Coordinators, Parent Center leaders, and State Part B and Part C Data Managers will enhance their leadership roles through opportunities to hear from experts in the field and to learn about evidence-based practices that will support participants’ ability to improve results for infants, toddlers, children and youth with disabilities and their families.The conference is designed for:PTIs, CPRCs, and PTACs; State Part B Directors of Special Education and staff; State Part C and Section 619 Coordinators and staff; State ICC Chairs; and Parts B and C IDEA Data Managers responsible for submitting 618 Data. Others are welcome to attend.When:July 30 - August 1, 2012Where:Washington, DCContact:Tamara InfanteEmail: tinfante@fhi360.org
Roger Holt

Equal Access to Education | The White House - 0 views

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US Department of Education OCR civil rights ADA 504

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  • Access to a high-quality education is critical for empowering all Americans to lead rich and productive lives.  Every day, the U.S. Department of Education and my office, the Office for Civil Rights (OCR), work to ensure that all students, including those with disabilities, have equal access to that important benefit.  OCR does this by enforcing federal nondiscrimination laws, including two that specifically protect individuals from discrimination on the basis of disability: the Americans with Disabilities Act (the ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (Section 504).
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