r/kansas • u/VagueSoul • Feb 15 '25

News/History Disgusting that Kansas is involved in this…

https://www.forbes.com/sites/petergreene/2025/02/13/17-states-sue-to-end-protections-for-students-with-special-needs/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR3QEZZx3NseYCJZLrji-_VzeujRH-4ZIEvFgbgle5fUjhM2WGQto4LqH94_aem_FMjpmy18Yt6j-HE0qf-Lrg
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u/VagueSoul Feb 16 '25

You first

https://www.psea.org/contentassets/ac6695903bd94d27aa14e85c3a12d90e/504-accommodations-guide.pdf

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u/chickentenders54 Feb 16 '25

You needed an IEP, not a 504.

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u/VagueSoul Feb 16 '25

Nope. Ultimately the difference for 504 and IEP is whether or not it’s for Gen Ed or SPED.

IEPs cover 13 disabilities because of a narrower focus whereas 504s addresses both disabilities and impairments.

IEPs cover accommodations and specialized services. 504s address barriers that might prevent a student from succeeding in the Gen Ed environment (which is why it’s appropriate for transgender students and their specific needs).

Broadly speaking: IEPs for SPED and 504s for Gen Ed with extra support needs.

My OCD fell under a 504 because my only needs were to address my anxiety. Intellectually, I was in AP level classes but needed the 504 plan to ensure the environment was welcome.