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Accessibility Services
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Accessibility Services
In this section:
Resources
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
AHEAD
Badlands Human Service Center
Vocational Rehabilitation Services
Campus Accessibility Map
Questions? Contact Us.
Accessibility Services
May Hall 211A
dsu.accessibility@dickinsonstate.edu
Call
701-490-9558
Register for Accessibility Services
To be eligible for services, you must provide appropriate documentation of your disability.
Disabilities can be physical, psychological, or learning-related. A disability is
defined as significantly limiting one or more major life activities.
Step 1:
Complete a registration packet from Accessibility Services
Step 2:
Submit documentation of your disability
Step 3:
Contact Accessibility Services and schedule a time to meet with the coordinator
Download accessibility service forms and documents
Student Rights & Responsibilities
Self-advocate for own needs
Register with Disability Services
Provide current evidence of a disability
Request accommodations promptly each semester enrolled
Give accommodation letter to necessary faculty and staff
Communicate with faculty and staff as needed
Provide textbook information for alternative text formats
Transition
Wondering what the difference is between high school accommodations and college accommodations?
Please visit these resources:
Transitions to College for Students with Disabilities
OCR
Launch My Life ND
Accommodations
Accommodation Plan
To be approved for accommodations, you must first register for Accessibility Services.
Your accommodation plan will list recommended accommodations, agreed on between you
and the accessibility services coordinator, which you will discuss with your instructor.
This document is reviewed and updated each semester.
Once you receive and sign your accommodation plan, it’s your responsibility to contact
the instructor of each class in which you’re requesting an accommodation. This will
allow the two of you to discuss how your accommodation(s) will be arranged. Take a
copy of your accommodation plan with you to give to the instructor.
Academic Accommodations
The accessibility services coordinator will arrange reasonable accommodations between
you and your instructors each semester. Accommodations may include:
Alternative testing, which may include (but is not limited to) distraction-reduced
rooms, a reader, a scribe, extended time on tests, large print
Access to class notes
Alternate format of texts
Sign language interpreter and computer-aided real-time captioning services for deaf,
hard-of-hearing, or deaf/blind students
Priority registration for those students whose accommodations necessitate these course
arrangements
Reduced course load option
Assistive technology
Other services provided as needed
Test Taking Accommodation Policy
A quiet room is provided in the Accessibility Services Office in May Hall, room 200.
Scheduling for this room is on a first come, first served basis. A minimum of 72 hours’
notice is required to schedule an exam. Time may not always coordinate with actual
class schedules.
Student Responsibilities
You are responsible for notifying your instructor of the Test Taking Accommodation.
You are responsible for contacting the accessibility services coordinator to schedule
a time to take the test.
Instructor Responsibilities
The instructor must deliver the form and the test to the Accessibility Services Office.
This may be done in person, through intercampus mail, or email.
If it is delivered through intercampus mail, the Accessibility Services Office is
not responsible for lost tests.
When the test is complete, the accessibility services coordinator will do one of the
following based on how the instructor filled out the Testing Accommodation Form:
Notify the instructor by email so the instructor can pick up the test
Notify the instructor by phone so the instructor can pick up the test
Return the test through intercampus mail in a sealed envelope with the accessibility
service coordinator’s signature.
Dining Accommodations
If you require a special diet, you are invited to discuss your needs with the dining
services director at
dsu.sodexo@dickinsonstate.edu
or
701-483-2014
.
Dining accommodations will be approved only for students who must purchase a full-service
meal plan. You can find more information in the
Loading...
. Exceptions to the requirement to purchase a meal plan based on a disability are
granted only if your needs cannot be met in our dining facilities. If an exception
needs to be made to the meal plan, kitchens are available in student housing for your
use, and you will be responsible for purchasing your own food.
To be approved for dining accommodations (e.g., special diet), you must register with
Accessibility Services. Requests for dining accommodations are granted when you have
submitted sufficient documentation demonstrating that you have a disability and that
the requested accommodation is medically necessary based on the current functional
limitations of the disability.
You should apply for dining hall accommodations as soon as you have decided to attend
Dickinson State University or at least 60 days before you need the accommodation.
Housing Accommodations
To be approved for residence hall accommodations (e.g., single room, emotional support
animal), you must register for accessibility services. The accessibility services
coordinator reviews requests for residence hall accommodations then recommends them
to the housing director based on provided documentation.
There is no guarantee residence hall accommodation requests will be granted by registering
with the Accessibility Services Office.
Please see the registration process for more details.
You'll find more information at
Dickinson State University Housing
, including requests for approval to live off campus. You'll also find information
in the
Loading...
. Exceptions to the requirement to live on campus on the basis of a disability are
granted only if your needs cannot be accommodated in one of the on-campus residence
halls.
Please note that Accessibility Services cannot approve requests for single rooms based
on your desire to have a quiet, undisturbed place to study. Because of the shared
facilities, resources, and number of people living in the residence halls, a single
room is just as quiet and distraction-free as a standard double room. If you want
a quiet, undisturbed place to study, we encourage you to visit Stoxen Library.
You should apply for residence hall accommodations as soon as you have decided to
attend or continue at Dickinson State University to give us enough time to make the
adjustments you need.
Emotional Support Animals
DSU recognizes the importance of emotional support animals (ESAs) for individuals
with disabilities and has established a policy regarding ESAs to assist students.
The university also acknowledges that such animals’ presence may present health, safety,
security, and programmatic issues for other members of the community. DSU reserves
the right to alter ESA procedures, as necessary, at any time.
DSU reserves the right to enforce all relevant rules for the use of ESAs through the
student conduct code and applicable laws. The university also reserves the right to
revoke the permission granted for the campus presence of any ESA whose owner fails
to follow the requirements set forth in ESA procedures.
Requests for ESAs will only be reviewed under the procedure for university housing.
ESA animals will not be allowed in other campus facilities (i.e., classrooms, dining
facilities, etc.) according to
DSU policy 916.001 Animals On Campus
.
Requests that do not carry evidence of the ESA’s necessity as a reasonable accommodation
will be denied.
All documentation, vaccinations, paperwork must be submitted by
August 1
st
for the Fall Semester or
October 1
st
for the Spring Semester.
Alternate Text Requests
To receive alternate texts, please follow the steps below:
Identify books for each class and bring this list into the Accessibility Services
office.
Purchase the text for each class.
Pick up the alternate text format.
Accessibility Services will contact you within two working days of receiving the alternate
text format.
Sign a contract with Accessibility Services before receiving the alternate text format.
You must return alternate formats within three days of the class final or within three
days of withdrawal from class, transfer to another postsecondary institution, etc
Bookshare
An accessible online library for people with print disabilities. Please see the accessibility
services coordinator to arrange access to Bookshare.
https://www.bookshare.org/cms
Confidentiality and Release of Information
Accessibility Services ensures that all student information is confidential as required
or permitted by law. Any information obtained by Accessibility Services is used to
verify the disability and plan for appropriate services. This information may include
test data, grades, biographical history, disability information, performance review,
and case notes.
Disability-related information is treated the same as medical information. For example,
DSU faculty and staff do not have a right or a need to access diagnostic or other
information regarding a student’s diagnosis. They need only to know what accommodations
are necessary or appropriate to meet the student’s needs. No one has access to the
student files at Accessibility Services except the accessibility services coordinator
and the director of the Student Opportunity and Resource (SOAR) Center.
Information regarding a student’s disability may be shared with a limited group of
university officials on a “need to know” basis. For example, information may be released
when a student is appealing a disability-related decision or citing the disability
as a mitigating circumstance in a course or program-related issue.
View the
FERPA/Student Information Release form
on Campus Connection by
completing these steps
Files maintained by the university will only be released in accordance with federal
and state laws, which require release in the following circumstances:
A student indicates or reports that he/she intends to harm himself/herself or another
person(s).
A student reports physical abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse of children or vulnerable
adults within the last three years. This includes the occurrence of abuse or neglect
to the student if he/she was under the age of 18 at the time of the abuse.
Files can be released legally pursuant to a court order or subpoena.
A student may give written authorization for the release of information when he/she
wishes to share it with others. Before giving such authorization, the student should
understand the information is being released. Information will not be released without
consent unless it is required by federal or state law.
Documentation will be kept on file for five years after the student is no longer enrolled
at Dickinson State. After that time, documents will be appropriately disposed of.
Grievance Procedures
Internal Grievance Procedure
Students may use the
Grievance Policy for Accommodations
to appeal the university’s decisions regarding requests for accommodations.
External Grievance Procedure
Students with disabilities, who feel the university may have violated their civil
rights, may file a complaint with the
Office for Civil Rights
(OCR). The OCR enforces federal civil rights laws. These laws prohibit discrimination
based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in programs or activities
that receive federal financial assistance from the Department of Education (ED).
Channel for Communication Relating to Accessibility Services
Accessibility Services Coordinator > Director of SOAR > Dean of Students
Report an Access Barrier
All are encouraged to report physical access problems (e.g., icy walking path, elevator
not working). If you encounter any barriers at DSU, please contact Facilities at
701-502-4406
.
FAQ
Disabilities can be physical, psychological, or learning-related. A disability is
defined as significantly limiting one or more major life activities.
Accessibility Services can help you by discussing the options available. We don’t
provide screening for disabilities, but the accessibility services coordinator can
give you referrals to get evaluated. You are responsible for all testing and documentation
costs.
That decision is up to you. Disclosure is a very personal choice and should be done
only after careful thought. If you have a disability, there are no requirements that
you tell anyone about it at any time, but to receive accommodations at work or in
college, you must let Accessibility Services know about it.
Maybe, but not necessarily. High school special education programs are required by
law to provide whatever service, help, or accommodation you need to be successful.
Colleges and universities are required by law to provide “equal access to education”
through programs, services, or extra help. Access is provided through reasonable accommodations.
For example, services such as word banks or reduced assignments probably won’t be
provided, because higher education schools don’t provide adjustments that would change
the educational standards of coursework.
As an adult (18 years or older), you are legally recognized as responsible for managing
your own educational needs. This includes self-identifying to Accessibility Services,
requesting accommodations, and submitting the necessary documentation.
While only you can initiate and manage this process, we recognize and value the important
role that family members—especially parents—can play in offering support and encouragement.
We strongly encourage open communication with your family or other trusted individuals
as you navigate this process. However, please note that all accommodation requests
and disability documentation must come directly from you, not from your parents or
guardians.
Taking this step is an important part of advocating for yourself and building independence,
and we’re here to support you every step of the way.
Yes, absolutely! If you’re planning to visit our campus as you select a university,
let your enrollment coach know that you’d like to speak with someone from Accessibility
Services.
Please note that you are not required to disclose your disability at any time. Simply
notify your tour guide that you would like to visit the accessibility services office,
and your guide will include this as part of your tour.
The accessibility services coordinator with make the initial decision, based on the
documentation a student submits and in accordance to what other universities offer
in response to similar requests for accommodations. Note, the accessibility services
coordinator will decide on a case-by-case basis and will base his/her decision on
how the disability interferes with
access
to the activity in concern. You can appeal decisions regarding approved accommodations
using the grievance procedure.
Maybe, but not necessarily. Each university may have different guidelines related
to documentation and what is a reasonable accommodation. Upon transfer to Dickinson
State University, information from a previous school is helpful, but it’s still necessary
for Accessibility Services to review your documentation and determine what is reasonable
at our institution.
Yes. Accommodations ensure “access,” not necessarily “success.” If you are struggling
in a course, we recommend speaking with your academic or faculty advisor about your
options for staying in the course and/or other resources, such as tutoring.
No. Being registered with Accessibility Services will not appear on your academic
records.
You should start registering for accessibility services as soon as you have been accepted
at DSU, or at least 60 days before your first semester starts so that we have plenty
of time to arrange any accommodations you may need.
Please send your disability documentation to:
Accessibility Support Services
291 Campus Drive
Dickinson, ND 58601
Fax: (701) 483-2942
Note: Please include a cover letter when faxing and indicate that the material is
confidential.
Email:
dsu.accessibility@dickinsonstate.edu
Note: Documentation accepted via email must be sent directly from the medical provider.
No. The IEP or 504 Plan developed by your high school will not follow you to college,
but the rights and protections under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
apply. Section 504 is civil rights legislation and provides two things: (1) nondiscrimination
based on disability and (2) an equal opportunity to participate. The concept of “maximizing
success” is only found under IDEA for elementary and secondary school.
Maybe, but not necessarily. If your IEP or 504 Plan contains the necessary information,
it will be accepted as documentation. Please see the
Documentation Guidelines
for appropriate documentation.
©
Dickinson State University
Skip to main content
Skip to main navigation
Skip to footer content
Accessibility Services
In this section:
Resources
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
AHEAD
Badlands Human Service Center
Vocational Rehabilitation Services
Campus Accessibility Map
Questions? Contact Us.
Accessibility Services
May Hall 211A
dsu.accessibility@dickinsonstate.edu
Call
701-490-9558
Register for Accessibility Services
To be eligible for services, you must provide appropriate documentation of your disability.
Disabilities can be physical, psychological, or learning-related. A disability is
defined as significantly limiting one or more major life activities.
Step 1:
Complete a registration packet from Accessibility Services
Step 2:
Submit documentation of your disability
Step 3:
Contact Accessibility Services and schedule a time to meet with the coordinator
Download accessibility service forms and documents
Student Rights & Responsibilities
Self-advocate for own needs
Register with Disability Services
Provide current evidence of a disability
Request accommodations promptly each semester enrolled
Give accommodation letter to necessary faculty and staff
Communicate with faculty and staff as needed
Provide textbook information for alternative text formats
Transition
Wondering what the difference is between high school accommodations and college accommodations?
Please visit these resources:
Transitions to College for Students with Disabilities
OCR
Launch My Life ND
Accommodations
Accommodation Plan
To be approved for accommodations, you must first register for Accessibility Services.
Your accommodation plan will list recommended accommodations, agreed on between you
and the accessibility services coordinator, which you will discuss with your instructor.
This document is reviewed and updated each semester.
Once you receive and sign your accommodation plan, it’s your responsibility to contact
the instructor of each class in which you’re requesting an accommodation. This will
allow the two of you to discuss how your accommodation(s) will be arranged. Take a
copy of your accommodation plan with you to give to the instructor.
Academic Accommodations
The accessibility services coordinator will arrange reasonable accommodations between
you and your instructors each semester. Accommodations may include:
Alternative testing, which may include (but is not limited to) distraction-reduced
rooms, a reader, a scribe, extended time on tests, large print
Access to class notes
Alternate format of texts
Sign language interpreter and computer-aided real-time captioning services for deaf,
hard-of-hearing, or deaf/blind students
Priority registration for those students whose accommodations necessitate these course
arrangements
Reduced course load option
Assistive technology
Other services provided as needed
Test Taking Accommodation Policy
A quiet room is provided in the Accessibility Services Office in May Hall, room 200.
Scheduling for this room is on a first come, first served basis. A minimum of 72 hours’
notice is required to schedule an exam. Time may not always coordinate with actual
class schedules.
Student Responsibilities
You are responsible for notifying your instructor of the Test Taking Accommodation.
You are responsible for contacting the accessibility services coordinator to schedule
a time to take the test.
Instructor Responsibilities
The instructor must deliver the form and the test to the Accessibility Services Office.
This may be done in person, through intercampus mail, or email.
If it is delivered through intercampus mail, the Accessibility Services Office is
not responsible for lost tests.
When the test is complete, the accessibility services coordinator will do one of the
following based on how the instructor filled out the Testing Accommodation Form:
Notify the instructor by email so the instructor can pick up the test
Notify the instructor by phone so the instructor can pick up the test
Return the test through intercampus mail in a sealed envelope with the accessibility
service coordinator’s signature.
Dining Accommodations
If you require a special diet, you are invited to discuss your needs with the dining
services director at
dsu.sodexo@dickinsonstate.edu
or
701-483-2014
.
Dining accommodations will be approved only for students who must purchase a full-service
meal plan. You can find more information in the
Loading...
. Exceptions to the requirement to purchase a meal plan based on a disability are
granted only if your needs cannot be met in our dining facilities. If an exception
needs to be made to the meal plan, kitchens are available in student housing for your
use, and you will be responsible for purchasing your own food.
To be approved for dining accommodations (e.g., special diet), you must register with
Accessibility Services. Requests for dining accommodations are granted when you have
submitted sufficient documentation demonstrating that you have a disability and that
the requested accommodation is medically necessary based on the current functional
limitations of the disability.
You should apply for dining hall accommodations as soon as you have decided to attend
Dickinson State University or at least 60 days before you need the accommodation.
Housing Accommodations
To be approved for residence hall accommodations (e.g., single room, emotional support
animal), you must register for accessibility services. The accessibility services
coordinator reviews requests for residence hall accommodations then recommends them
to the housing director based on provided documentation.
There is no guarantee residence hall accommodation requests will be granted by registering
with the Accessibility Services Office.
Please see the registration process for more details.
You'll find more information at
Dickinson State University Housing
, including requests for approval to live off campus. You'll also find information
in the
Loading...
. Exceptions to the requirement to live on campus on the basis of a disability are
granted only if your needs cannot be accommodated in one of the on-campus residence
halls.
Please note that Accessibility Services cannot approve requests for single rooms based
on your desire to have a quiet, undisturbed place to study. Because of the shared
facilities, resources, and number of people living in the residence halls, a single
room is just as quiet and distraction-free as a standard double room. If you want
a quiet, undisturbed place to study, we encourage you to visit Stoxen Library.
You should apply for residence hall accommodations as soon as you have decided to
attend or continue at Dickinson State University to give us enough time to make the
adjustments you need.
Emotional Support Animals
DSU recognizes the importance of emotional support animals (ESAs) for individuals
with disabilities and has established a policy regarding ESAs to assist students.
The university also acknowledges that such animals’ presence may present health, safety,
security, and programmatic issues for other members of the community. DSU reserves
the right to alter ESA procedures, as necessary, at any time.
DSU reserves the right to enforce all relevant rules for the use of ESAs through the
student conduct code and applicable laws. The university also reserves the right to
revoke the permission granted for the campus presence of any ESA whose owner fails
to follow the requirements set forth in ESA procedures.
Requests for ESAs will only be reviewed under the procedure for university housing.
ESA animals will not be allowed in other campus facilities (i.e., classrooms, dining
facilities, etc.) according to
DSU policy 916.001 Animals On Campus
.
Requests that do not carry evidence of the ESA’s necessity as a reasonable accommodation
will be denied.
All documentation, vaccinations, paperwork must be submitted by
August 1
st
for the Fall Semester or
October 1
st
for the Spring Semester.
Alternate Text Requests
To receive alternate texts, please follow the steps below:
Identify books for each class and bring this list into the Accessibility Services
office.
Purchase the text for each class.
Pick up the alternate text format.
Accessibility Services will contact you within two working days of receiving the alternate
text format.
Sign a contract with Accessibility Services before receiving the alternate text format.
You must return alternate formats within three days of the class final or within three
days of withdrawal from class, transfer to another postsecondary institution, etc
Bookshare
An accessible online library for people with print disabilities. Please see the accessibility
services coordinator to arrange access to Bookshare.
https://www.bookshare.org/cms
Confidentiality and Release of Information
Accessibility Services ensures that all student information is confidential as required
or permitted by law. Any information obtained by Accessibility Services is used to
verify the disability and plan for appropriate services. This information may include
test data, grades, biographical history, disability information, performance review,
and case notes.
Disability-related information is treated the same as medical information. For example,
DSU faculty and staff do not have a right or a need to access diagnostic or other
information regarding a student’s diagnosis. They need only to know what accommodations
are necessary or appropriate to meet the student’s needs. No one has access to the
student files at Accessibility Services except the accessibility services coordinator
and the director of the Student Opportunity and Resource (SOAR) Center.
Information regarding a student’s disability may be shared with a limited group of
university officials on a “need to know” basis. For example, information may be released
when a student is appealing a disability-related decision or citing the disability
as a mitigating circumstance in a course or program-related issue.
View the
FERPA/Student Information Release form
on Campus Connection by
completing these steps
Files maintained by the university will only be released in accordance with federal
and state laws, which require release in the following circumstances:
A student indicates or reports that he/she intends to harm himself/herself or another
person(s).
A student reports physical abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse of children or vulnerable
adults within the last three years. This includes the occurrence of abuse or neglect
to the student if he/she was under the age of 18 at the time of the abuse.
Files can be released legally pursuant to a court order or subpoena.
A student may give written authorization for the release of information when he/she
wishes to share it with others. Before giving such authorization, the student should
understand the information is being released. Information will not be released without
consent unless it is required by federal or state law.
Documentation will be kept on file for five years after the student is no longer enrolled
at Dickinson State. After that time, documents will be appropriately disposed of.
Grievance Procedures
Internal Grievance Procedure
Students may use the
Grievance Policy for Accommodations
to appeal the university’s decisions regarding requests for accommodations.
External Grievance Procedure
Students with disabilities, who feel the university may have violated their civil
rights, may file a complaint with the
Office for Civil Rights
(OCR). The OCR enforces federal civil rights laws. These laws prohibit discrimination
based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in programs or activities
that receive federal financial assistance from the Department of Education (ED).
Channel for Communication Relating to Accessibility Services
Accessibility Services Coordinator > Director of SOAR > Dean of Students
Report an Access Barrier
All are encouraged to report physical access problems (e.g., icy walking path, elevator
not working). If you encounter any barriers at DSU, please contact Facilities at
701-502-4406
.
FAQ
Disabilities can be physical, psychological, or learning-related. A disability is
defined as significantly limiting one or more major life activities.
Accessibility Services can help you by discussing the options available. We don’t
provide screening for disabilities, but the accessibility services coordinator can
give you referrals to get evaluated. You are responsible for all testing and documentation
costs.
That decision is up to you. Disclosure is a very personal choice and should be done
only after careful thought. If you have a disability, there are no requirements that
you tell anyone about it at any time, but to receive accommodations at work or in
college, you must let Accessibility Services know about it.
Maybe, but not necessarily. High school special education programs are required by
law to provide whatever service, help, or accommodation you need to be successful.
Colleges and universities are required by law to provide “equal access to education”
through programs, services, or extra help. Access is provided through reasonable accommodations.
For example, services such as word banks or reduced assignments probably won’t be
provided, because higher education schools don’t provide adjustments that would change
the educational standards of coursework.
As an adult (18 years or older), you are legally recognized as responsible for managing
your own educational needs. This includes self-identifying to Accessibility Services,
requesting accommodations, and submitting the necessary documentation.
While only you can initiate and manage this process, we recognize and value the important
role that family members—especially parents—can play in offering support and encouragement.
We strongly encourage open communication with your family or other trusted individuals
as you navigate this process. However, please note that all accommodation requests
and disability documentation must come directly from you, not from your parents or
guardians.
Taking this step is an important part of advocating for yourself and building independence,
and we’re here to support you every step of the way.
Yes, absolutely! If you’re planning to visit our campus as you select a university,
let your enrollment coach know that you’d like to speak with someone from Accessibility
Services.
Please note that you are not required to disclose your disability at any time. Simply
notify your tour guide that you would like to visit the accessibility services office,
and your guide will include this as part of your tour.
The accessibility services coordinator with make the initial decision, based on the
documentation a student submits and in accordance to what other universities offer
in response to similar requests for accommodations. Note, the accessibility services
coordinator will decide on a case-by-case basis and will base his/her decision on
how the disability interferes with
access
to the activity in concern. You can appeal decisions regarding approved accommodations
using the grievance procedure.
Maybe, but not necessarily. Each university may have different guidelines related
to documentation and what is a reasonable accommodation. Upon transfer to Dickinson
State University, information from a previous school is helpful, but it’s still necessary
for Accessibility Services to review your documentation and determine what is reasonable
at our institution.
Yes. Accommodations ensure “access,” not necessarily “success.” If you are struggling
in a course, we recommend speaking with your academic or faculty advisor about your
options for staying in the course and/or other resources, such as tutoring.
No. Being registered with Accessibility Services will not appear on your academic
records.
You should start registering for accessibility services as soon as you have been accepted
at DSU, or at least 60 days before your first semester starts so that we have plenty
of time to arrange any accommodations you may need.
Please send your disability documentation to:
Accessibility Support Services
291 Campus Drive
Dickinson, ND 58601
Fax: (701) 483-2942
Note: Please include a cover letter when faxing and indicate that the material is
confidential.
Email:
dsu.accessibility@dickinsonstate.edu
Note: Documentation accepted via email must be sent directly from the medical provider.
No. The IEP or 504 Plan developed by your high school will not follow you to college,
but the rights and protections under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
apply. Section 504 is civil rights legislation and provides two things: (1) nondiscrimination
based on disability and (2) an equal opportunity to participate. The concept of “maximizing
success” is only found under IDEA for elementary and secondary school.
Maybe, but not necessarily. If your IEP or 504 Plan contains the necessary information,
it will be accepted as documentation. Please see the
Documentation Guidelines
for appropriate documentation.
©