By Joseph L. Pfrommer, Esq.
OCR has indicated that students with diabetes are likely to be eligible under Section 504 in virtually every case. Here’s your quick-reference guide to your district’s Section 504 and IDEA obligations to accommodate students with diabetes in academic and extracurricular activities.
You get straightforward explanations of eligibility standards and learn the process for identifying appropriate accommodations for each student -- so you can ensure compliance, provide FAPE and safeguard students’ health.
Plus, diabetes management plans, model emergency procedures and 60 practical tips guide you through:
- Ensuring an adequate number of staff are trained to provide diabetes care
- Planning for a nurse's absence
- Reduce parents’ concerns through collaboration and training
- Conducting nondiscriminatory tryouts for athletic teams
- Ensuring accommodations get implemented during field trips
- And more!