IEP and 504 Plans
Plain-English guidance for IEPs, 504 plans, eligibility, accommodations, and parent planning.
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IEP vs. 504 Plan: What Is the Difference and Which One Does Your Child Need?
Parents often hear the terms IEP and 504 plan when a child is struggling in school, but the difference is not always explained clearly. Both can support students with disabilities. Both can include accommodations. Both can help a child access school more successfully. Still, they are not the same thing, and choosing the right path…