Section 504

Rehabilitation Act of 1973:  SECTION 504

What is Section 504?

In order to be eligible under Section 504, a student must have a "mental or physical impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activity" such as caring for one's self, performing manual tasks, walking, seeing, hearing, speaking, breathing, learning and working”.

Section 504 services are not the same as "special education" and students with a 504 plan are considered general education students.

District 215 meets the educational needs of students who are eligible for a 504 plan by designing a plan with appropriate accommodations, modifications, and/or services that allow 504 eligible students equal access to the general education environment. 

How do students qualify for a 504 plan? 
Students must be evaluated by the school district in order to determine their eligibility for a 504 plan.  Students who are suspected of having a qualifying impairment can be referred for an evaluation by a school team/staff member or by their parent(s)/guardian(s).  The outcomes of the evaluation will determine whether the student is eligible under Section 504 and if they require a plan.

Please note that students with disabilities who do not qualify for an IEP may qualify for services under Section 504 if the student has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activity, has a record of a physical or mental impairment, or is regarded as having a physical or mental impairment.

If you suspect that your student may qualify for services, please contact the 504 District Coordinator at StudentServices@tfd215.org

Important Documents


Medical Forms

Download the forms below that are required based on your child's health condition and medications. Bring these forms to your health care provider and return them to your school. District 215 Student Services staff will review the forms and may contact your medical provider to clarify services required during school hours.

While these forms often say “physician,” they may also be completed by other medical providers (MD, DO, APRN or PA).

Download general forms to support a student’s health needs.

  • Medical Referral [ENGLISH]
  • Provider's Report on Student with Major Health Condition [English]
  • Homebound Services (Referral for Adjustment of Educational Program)  [English]
  • Consent for Release/Exchange of Student Records and Information [English] (All students with a medical condition are encouraged to complete this form so that the school can communicate with your medical provider)


The following forms allow students to receive their medication under adult supervision at school. With the appropriate forms, students are permitted to carry and self-administer asthma, diabetes, seizure, or allergy medication.

  • Provider’s Request for Administration of Medication to a Student  [English]

Documenting your student’s allergies at school ensures proper support is provided for your student. A health care provider should complete these forms and any needed Medication Administration forms.

  • Report on a student with Allergies [English]
  • Allergy Action Plan [English] [Spanish]
  • Healthcare Provider Statement For Food Substitution [English] 

Documenting your student’s asthma at school ensures proper support is provided for your student. A healthcare provider should complete these forms and any needed Medication Administration forms.

Documenting your student’s asthma at school ensures proper support is provided for your student. A healthcare provider should complete these forms and any needed Medication Administration forms.

School nurses can use the following form to monitor student pregnancy.

Documenting your student’s seizure at school ensures they are given the proper support. A healthcare provider should complete these forms and any needed Medication Administration forms.