Summarizes the rights guaranteed to students with ADHD, including protection from disability discrimination, determination of disability and needs by the school district, and due process under Section 504. Includes useful resources for parents. Read More
Disability Rights
Explains how laws like Title II of the ADA and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act can be applied amidst the COVID-19 virus to ensure that students with disabilities continue to receive a free and appropriate education. Includes links to several other relevant resources. Read More
The Civil Rights of Students with Hidden Disabilities Under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
Explains how Section 504 applies to students with hidden disabilities. Gives examples of how such students’ needs can be addressed. Read More
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
Provides an overview, regulations and other details regarding the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act, which gives parents certain rights with respect to their children’s education records. Read More
Civil Rights Data
Organizes and links to several civil rights data collections from past and the current years. Read More
Fact Sheet: Providing Students with Disabilities Free Appropriate Public Education During the COVID-19 Pandemic and Addressing the Need for Compensatory Services Under Section 504
Reminds elementary and secondary public schools of their obligations under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 to provide appropriate evaluations and services to students with disabilities during the COVID-19 pandemic, including schools’ responsibility to provide compensatory services. Read More
Parent and Educator Resource Guide to Section 504 in Public Elementary and Secondary Schools
Details the obligations of school districts under Section 504, allowing parents and educators to better understand its key requirements. Read More
Discrimination Complaint Form
The discrimination complaint form from the Office for Civil Rights, allows individuals to report instances of discrimination to the Department of Education. Complaints can also be sent by letter or email. Read More
Transition of Students With Disabilities To Postsecondary Education: A Guide for High School Educators
Provides suggestions for high school educators to faciliate students with disabilities’ transition to postsecondary education. Read More
Equal Rights to Public Education
Provides policy guidance, case resolutions, and publication related to protecting equal rights to public education. Read More