Truancy Court for my child with cf

hmw

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Getting a 504 plan under the ADA has nothing- repeat NOTHING...! to do with academic achievement. If they are trying to deny based on grades, they are being ignorant and confusing a 504 plan with an IEP based on need of special education (written under IDEA.) And even THAT is ignorant, since there are many reasons for needing an IEP. <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-mad.gif" border="0">

My son had a section 504 plan for several yrs due to a different medical condition and in this plan was a provision for excused medical absences. They absolutely MUST ACCOMMODATE ANY MEDICAL NEED a child has, up to and including home-based tutoring if needed to help a child keep up or compensate for medical absences. There is no excuse for what they are doing to you. <img src="i/expressions/brokenheart.gif" border="0"> You have more than ample proof of what Makailyn has been through (all the dr's appts, hospitalizations, illness...)

<b>If you cannot get the help your child needs through section 504, I would strongly consider trying to get an IEP for her. Sometimes these plans legally 'hold more water'.</b> Even though she is academically doing well she would almost certainly qualify for one under 'other health impairment.' I would request a 'team meeting' with the school (you must do this in writing) to discuss the need for an IEP to address her need for medical accommodations. Legally they MUST respond to your written request for a meeting, and this meeting will consist of someone with administration, your daughter's teachers, the nurse, usually the school psychologist/guidance counselor and anyone else you ask to be in attendance. You are legally permitted to bring anyone you wish to the meeting (a cf professional, an advocate, an attorney, etc.)

Go to this website: it's an absolute wealth of information and can give you a lot of pointers on how to educate yourself with the school system and how move forward with this:
<a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://wrightslaw.com/">Wrightslaw.com ...the most comprehensive website I've ever seen dealing with school issues; browse around and/or use the site search with your questions.</a>

Find resources specific to your state: <a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.yellowpagesforkids.com/">Yellowpages for Kids</a>

<a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.wrightslaw.com/advoc/articles/504_IDEA_Rosenfeld.html">Some info specific to section 504</a>

I wish the very best.
 

hmw

New member
Getting a 504 plan under the ADA has nothing- repeat NOTHING...! to do with academic achievement. If they are trying to deny based on grades, they are being ignorant and confusing a 504 plan with an IEP based on need of special education (written under IDEA.) And even THAT is ignorant, since there are many reasons for needing an IEP. <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-mad.gif" border="0">

My son had a section 504 plan for several yrs due to a different medical condition and in this plan was a provision for excused medical absences. They absolutely MUST ACCOMMODATE ANY MEDICAL NEED a child has, up to and including home-based tutoring if needed to help a child keep up or compensate for medical absences. There is no excuse for what they are doing to you. <img src="i/expressions/brokenheart.gif" border="0"> You have more than ample proof of what Makailyn has been through (all the dr's appts, hospitalizations, illness...)

<b>If you cannot get the help your child needs through section 504, I would strongly consider trying to get an IEP for her. Sometimes these plans legally 'hold more water'.</b> Even though she is academically doing well she would almost certainly qualify for one under 'other health impairment.' I would request a 'team meeting' with the school (you must do this in writing) to discuss the need for an IEP to address her need for medical accommodations. Legally they MUST respond to your written request for a meeting, and this meeting will consist of someone with administration, your daughter's teachers, the nurse, usually the school psychologist/guidance counselor and anyone else you ask to be in attendance. You are legally permitted to bring anyone you wish to the meeting (a cf professional, an advocate, an attorney, etc.)

Go to this website: it's an absolute wealth of information and can give you a lot of pointers on how to educate yourself with the school system and how move forward with this:
<a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://wrightslaw.com/">Wrightslaw.com ...the most comprehensive website I've ever seen dealing with school issues; browse around and/or use the site search with your questions.</a>

Find resources specific to your state: <a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.yellowpagesforkids.com/">Yellowpages for Kids</a>

<a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.wrightslaw.com/advoc/articles/504_IDEA_Rosenfeld.html">Some info specific to section 504</a>

I wish the very best.
 

hmw

New member
Getting a 504 plan under the ADA has nothing- repeat NOTHING...! to do with academic achievement. If they are trying to deny based on grades, they are being ignorant and confusing a 504 plan with an IEP based on need of special education (written under IDEA.) And even THAT is ignorant, since there are many reasons for needing an IEP. <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-mad.gif" border="0">

My son had a section 504 plan for several yrs due to a different medical condition and in this plan was a provision for excused medical absences. They absolutely MUST ACCOMMODATE ANY MEDICAL NEED a child has, up to and including home-based tutoring if needed to help a child keep up or compensate for medical absences. There is no excuse for what they are doing to you. <img src="i/expressions/brokenheart.gif" border="0"> You have more than ample proof of what Makailyn has been through (all the dr's appts, hospitalizations, illness...)

<b>If you cannot get the help your child needs through section 504, I would strongly consider trying to get an IEP for her. Sometimes these plans legally 'hold more water'.</b> Even though she is academically doing well she would almost certainly qualify for one under 'other health impairment.' I would request a 'team meeting' with the school (you must do this in writing) to discuss the need for an IEP to address her need for medical accommodations. Legally they MUST respond to your written request for a meeting, and this meeting will consist of someone with administration, your daughter's teachers, the nurse, usually the school psychologist/guidance counselor and anyone else you ask to be in attendance. You are legally permitted to bring anyone you wish to the meeting (a cf professional, an advocate, an attorney, etc.)

Go to this website: it's an absolute wealth of information and can give you a lot of pointers on how to educate yourself with the school system and how move forward with this:
<a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://wrightslaw.com/">Wrightslaw.com ...the most comprehensive website I've ever seen dealing with school issues; browse around and/or use the site search with your questions.</a>

Find resources specific to your state: <a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.yellowpagesforkids.com/">Yellowpages for Kids</a>

<a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.wrightslaw.com/advoc/articles/504_IDEA_Rosenfeld.html">Some info specific to section 504</a>

I wish the very best.
 

hmw

New member
Getting a 504 plan under the ADA has nothing- repeat NOTHING...! to do with academic achievement. If they are trying to deny based on grades, they are being ignorant and confusing a 504 plan with an IEP based on need of special education (written under IDEA.) And even THAT is ignorant, since there are many reasons for needing an IEP. <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-mad.gif" border="0">

My son had a section 504 plan for several yrs due to a different medical condition and in this plan was a provision for excused medical absences. They absolutely MUST ACCOMMODATE ANY MEDICAL NEED a child has, up to and including home-based tutoring if needed to help a child keep up or compensate for medical absences. There is no excuse for what they are doing to you. <img src="i/expressions/brokenheart.gif" border="0"> You have more than ample proof of what Makailyn has been through (all the dr's appts, hospitalizations, illness...)

<b>If you cannot get the help your child needs through section 504, I would strongly consider trying to get an IEP for her. Sometimes these plans legally 'hold more water'.</b> Even though she is academically doing well she would almost certainly qualify for one under 'other health impairment.' I would request a 'team meeting' with the school (you must do this in writing) to discuss the need for an IEP to address her need for medical accommodations. Legally they MUST respond to your written request for a meeting, and this meeting will consist of someone with administration, your daughter's teachers, the nurse, usually the school psychologist/guidance counselor and anyone else you ask to be in attendance. You are legally permitted to bring anyone you wish to the meeting (a cf professional, an advocate, an attorney, etc.)

Go to this website: it's an absolute wealth of information and can give you a lot of pointers on how to educate yourself with the school system and how move forward with this:
<a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://wrightslaw.com/">Wrightslaw.com ...the most comprehensive website I've ever seen dealing with school issues; browse around and/or use the site search with your questions.</a>

Find resources specific to your state: <a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.yellowpagesforkids.com/">Yellowpages for Kids</a>

<a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.wrightslaw.com/advoc/articles/504_IDEA_Rosenfeld.html">Some info specific to section 504</a>

I wish the very best.
 

hmw

New member
Getting a 504 plan under the ADA has nothing- repeat NOTHING...! to do with academic achievement. If they are trying to deny based on grades, they are being ignorant and confusing a 504 plan with an IEP based on need of special education (written under IDEA.) And even THAT is ignorant, since there are many reasons for needing an IEP. <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-mad.gif" border="0">
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<br />My son had a section 504 plan for several yrs due to a different medical condition and in this plan was a provision for excused medical absences. They absolutely MUST ACCOMMODATE ANY MEDICAL NEED a child has, up to and including home-based tutoring if needed to help a child keep up or compensate for medical absences. There is no excuse for what they are doing to you. <img src="i/expressions/brokenheart.gif" border="0"> You have more than ample proof of what Makailyn has been through (all the dr's appts, hospitalizations, illness...)
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<br /><b>If you cannot get the help your child needs through section 504, I would strongly consider trying to get an IEP for her. Sometimes these plans legally 'hold more water'.</b> Even though she is academically doing well she would almost certainly qualify for one under 'other health impairment.' I would request a 'team meeting' with the school (you must do this in writing) to discuss the need for an IEP to address her need for medical accommodations. Legally they MUST respond to your written request for a meeting, and this meeting will consist of someone with administration, your daughter's teachers, the nurse, usually the school psychologist/guidance counselor and anyone else you ask to be in attendance. You are legally permitted to bring anyone you wish to the meeting (a cf professional, an advocate, an attorney, etc.)
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<br />Go to this website: it's an absolute wealth of information and can give you a lot of pointers on how to educate yourself with the school system and how move forward with this:
<br /><a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://wrightslaw.com/">Wrightslaw.com ...the most comprehensive website I've ever seen dealing with school issues; browse around and/or use the site search with your questions.</a>
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<br />Find resources specific to your state: <a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.yellowpagesforkids.com/">Yellowpages for Kids</a>
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<br /><a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.wrightslaw.com/advoc/articles/504_IDEA_Rosenfeld.html">Some info specific to section 504</a>
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<br />I wish the very best.
 
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Mommy2Zeke

Guest
Wow. That is terrible. I cannot believe your child's school is being so stupid about this. If it were me, I'd be going to news outlets! As everyone else has said, they are not complying with laws. I cannot believe they are so blatantly discriminating against your child and refusing a 504. I was on a 504 plan for a couple of years due to severe asthma in middle school, so I understand a little how it works. All we needed was a letter from my doctor and it was done. I hope everything works out and that the school can somehow learn their lesson from all this.
 
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Mommy2Zeke

Guest
Wow. That is terrible. I cannot believe your child's school is being so stupid about this. If it were me, I'd be going to news outlets! As everyone else has said, they are not complying with laws. I cannot believe they are so blatantly discriminating against your child and refusing a 504. I was on a 504 plan for a couple of years due to severe asthma in middle school, so I understand a little how it works. All we needed was a letter from my doctor and it was done. I hope everything works out and that the school can somehow learn their lesson from all this.
 
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Mommy2Zeke

Guest
Wow. That is terrible. I cannot believe your child's school is being so stupid about this. If it were me, I'd be going to news outlets! As everyone else has said, they are not complying with laws. I cannot believe they are so blatantly discriminating against your child and refusing a 504. I was on a 504 plan for a couple of years due to severe asthma in middle school, so I understand a little how it works. All we needed was a letter from my doctor and it was done. I hope everything works out and that the school can somehow learn their lesson from all this.
 
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Mommy2Zeke

Guest
Wow. That is terrible. I cannot believe your child's school is being so stupid about this. If it were me, I'd be going to news outlets! As everyone else has said, they are not complying with laws. I cannot believe they are so blatantly discriminating against your child and refusing a 504. I was on a 504 plan for a couple of years due to severe asthma in middle school, so I understand a little how it works. All we needed was a letter from my doctor and it was done. I hope everything works out and that the school can somehow learn their lesson from all this.
 
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Mommy2Zeke

Guest
Wow. That is terrible. I cannot believe your child's school is being so stupid about this. If it were me, I'd be going to news outlets! As everyone else has said, they are not complying with laws. I cannot believe they are so blatantly discriminating against your child and refusing a 504. I was on a 504 plan for a couple of years due to severe asthma in middle school, so I understand a little how it works. All we needed was a letter from my doctor and it was done. I hope everything works out and that the school can somehow learn their lesson from all this.
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kate620

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Thanks so much for the support ladies! Just a few more hours til I have to go. <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-sad.gif" border="0"> Can't sleep of course. Ugghh this sucks! I'll let yall know how it goes! Thank you!!
 

kate620

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Thanks so much for the support ladies! Just a few more hours til I have to go. <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-sad.gif" border="0"> Can't sleep of course. Ugghh this sucks! I'll let yall know how it goes! Thank you!!
 

kate620

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Thanks so much for the support ladies! Just a few more hours til I have to go. <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-sad.gif" border="0"> Can't sleep of course. Ugghh this sucks! I'll let yall know how it goes! Thank you!!
 

kate620

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Thanks so much for the support ladies! Just a few more hours til I have to go. <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-sad.gif" border="0"> Can't sleep of course. Ugghh this sucks! I'll let yall know how it goes! Thank you!!
 

kate620

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Thanks so much for the support ladies! Just a few more hours til I have to go. <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-sad.gif" border="0"> Can't sleep of course. Ugghh this sucks! I'll let yall know how it goes! Thank you!!
 

kate620

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Hi! Well, today wasn't like I thought it would be. I only had to say if I was guilty or not and since I said not then they set it up for trial for May 15th. Guess that's good considering I will have more time to prepare. So, guess I'll update you then! Thanks again.
 

kate620

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Hi! Well, today wasn't like I thought it would be. I only had to say if I was guilty or not and since I said not then they set it up for trial for May 15th. Guess that's good considering I will have more time to prepare. So, guess I'll update you then! Thanks again.
 

kate620

New member
Hi! Well, today wasn't like I thought it would be. I only had to say if I was guilty or not and since I said not then they set it up for trial for May 15th. Guess that's good considering I will have more time to prepare. So, guess I'll update you then! Thanks again.
 

kate620

New member
Hi! Well, today wasn't like I thought it would be. I only had to say if I was guilty or not and since I said not then they set it up for trial for May 15th. Guess that's good considering I will have more time to prepare. So, guess I'll update you then! Thanks again.
 

kate620

New member
Hi! Well, today wasn't like I thought it would be. I only had to say if I was guilty or not and since I said not then they set it up for trial for May 15th. Guess that's good considering I will have more time to prepare. So, guess I'll update you then! Thanks again.
 
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