2023 Pennsylvania Department of Education (In-Person) Conference

34. Accommodations or Specially Designed Instruction? The Differences Between Section 504 and IDEA

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Session Dates

Thursday March 02, 2023 2:15 PM - 3:15 PM - Hershey Lodge and Convention Center

Closed

Section 504 and the IDEA are both federal laws designed to ensure that students with disabilities are able to fully access a free and appropriate public K-12 education, but what is the difference between the two laws, and which one applies when? In this session, Atty. Erin D. Gilsbach discusses the difference between the two laws, including eligibility determinations, programming for students under each law, and how and when they might overlap for students. Atty. Gilsbach shares important information for both parents and educators on the rights granted and obligations imposed by both laws.


Target Audience

General education and special education administrators and teachers, paraprofessionals, school psychologists, professional development staff, and families of students with disabilities are encouraged to attend.

Topics Covered: Special Education Law

Reasonable efforts will be made to accommodate individuals who have special needs as addressed by the Americans with Disabilities Act and who need assistance at this event. Contact: Debra Jordan at (610) 878-7224 or djordan@pattan.net.

Event Info

Event Type:

Conferences

Presenters:

Erin Gilsbach J.D.

Event Contact:

Content Contact:

Barbara Gilligan
bgilligan@pattankop.net
(800) 441-3215 ext. 7247

Additional Info

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Inclement Weather: The conference will take place rain or shine, regardless of weather conditions.