Section 504 is a civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities. Section 504 ensures that the child with a disability has equal access to an education. The child may receive accommodations and modifications.
The Mahoning County High School provides programs for Students with Disabilities under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act prohibit discrimination against persons with a disability in any program receiving federal financial assistance. Section 504 defines a person with a disability as anyone:
- Has a mental or physical impairment which substantially limits one or more major life activities such as caring for one’s self, performing manual tasks, walking, seeing, hearing, speaking, breathing, learning, working, sleeping, standing, lifting, reading, concentrating, thinking, communicating, helping, eating, bending, or operation of a bodily function due to a medical disability.
The school district has the responsibility to provide accommodations and services to eligible individuals with disabilities. The district acknowledges its responsibility under Section 504 to avoid discrimination in policies and practices regarding its personnel and students. No discrimination against any person with a disability shall knowingly be permitted in any program or practice in the school. The Mahoning County High School participates in an on-going child find effort. If you are aware of any student in the Mahoning County High School district requiring specialized services, or qualify under Section 504 for an Accommodation Plan, please contact Kathy Shook, Supervisor of Special Education for Alternative Programs.
If you would like to complete a REFERRAL, please contact Kathy Shook, Supervisor of Special Education for Alternative Programs.
Kathy Shook, Supervisor of Special Education for Alternative Programs
(330) 702-7890