Ep. 40: IEPs vs. 504 Plans: Key Differences & Practical Tips for Teachers and Parents

Key Takeaways📝 Differences Between IEPs & 504 Plans: IEPs offer specialized instruction and services, while 504s provide accommodations to help students access general education.📊 Eligibility Requirements: IEPs require both a disability diagnosis and educational impact, while 504s only require a documented disability.👩‍🏫 Parental Advocacy Tips: Advocating for accommodations without overwhelming the 504 can enhance support.🎓 Transitioning from IEP to 504: Discusses when students might shift to a 504 and how this impacts support.💬 Communication: Tips on making sure the entire school team is aware of and implementing a student's 504 accommodations.Resources🌐 IDEA Website – Learn more about the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) 📄 Key info on 504 plans from the U.S. Department of Education⚖️WrightsLaw: Known for its resources on special education law and advocacy, especially around IEPs and 504s.🧑‍🍼Understood.org: A parent-friendly site offering articles, templates, and tools for navigating IEPs and 504s.For you!📘 Accommodations Tracker Template – Keep track of student accommodations 📝 504 vs. IEP Visual – A comparison guide for parents and teachers Join Us🗨️ Join the Misfit Behaviorist Community on Facebook! Let’s chat IEPs, 504s, and more with fellow educators and parents.💌 Subscribe to our podcast to never miss an episode!Join the Facebook group for collaboration and freebies: The Misfit Behaviorists😍 More, you say? We’re here for you! Apple podcast | The Misfit BehavioristsYouTube | @‌themisfitbehaviorists👋 Find us!Audra | ABA in School  Caitlin | Beltran’s Behavior Basics🖱️ Rate, Review, Like & Subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! Showing this love helps us get out to more educators out there!