Seeks to increase understanding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act’s assistive technology requirements, dispelling common misconceptions and providing examples of the use of AT devices and services for children with disabilities. Read More
Section 504 Protections for Students with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD)
Interprets Section 504 as it applies specifically to students with sickle cell disease. Read More
Post-Secondary Academic Adjustments and Auxiliary Aids/Services
Provides information relevant to academic modifications and auxiliary aids, which may be given to students with disabilities in postsecondary education programs. Read More
Office of Postsecondary Education – Program Guide
Provides links to all programs within the Office of Postsecondary Education, organized by category. Read More
Specific Illnesses and Medical Conditions
Provides resources on Section 504 protections for students with several illnesses and medical conditions. Read More
Special Populations
Highlights the Department of Education’s work to support students with special needs, including students with disabilities. Read More
Supporting and Protecting the Rights of Students at Risk of Self-Harm in the Era of COVID-19
Explains the work the Office for Civil Rights and the Civil Rights Division can do to support students at risk of self-harm, specifically in the era of COVID-19. Read More
OSEP: Legislation and Policy
Provides policy-related information connected to the Office of Special Education Programs, which assists states with implementation of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Read More
Travel Abroad Safety and Health: Tips from the International and Foreign Language Education
Provides several tips for safe travel abroad, including resources from the Department of State for persons traveling abroad with disabilities. Read More
Ensuring Effective Communication with and Accessibility to Individuals with Disabilities
Explains the Section 1557 requirements that covered entities take appropriate steps to ensure that communications with individuals with disabilities are as effective as communication with others. Read More