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Beth Hardcastle

...with disabilities. Prior to her current position, Beth was a School Psychologist and Section 504 Coordinator. Beth is the co-author of two books: RTI and the Classroom Teacher: A Guide...

Embracing Accessibility: A Crucial Step in Learner-Centered Design

...recommendations align with NCLD’s ongoing advocacy efforts, including passing the RISE Act, improving postsecondary data systems to include students with disabilities, and strengthening Section 504’s regulations. Read the full resource....

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Prorating Financial Aid to Support Reduced Course Load for Those with Disabilities

...and Pell Grant Flexibility Act would consider those qualifying as disabled under the ADA or section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act with reduced course load as an approved accommodation to...

Jeopardizing Protections for Students with Disabilities

...ability to uphold essential civil rights protections, including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Section 504. Overseeing the implementation of IDEA, including ensuring critical protections are in place,...

NCLD Stands Against Executive Order Seeking to Illegally Dismantle the U.S. Department of Education

...and inequality.” Over 8 million children are served under IDEA, and an additional 1.6 million are served under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Nearly 20% of undergraduate students identify...

Disability Organizations Condemn Inclusion of Voucher Bill in House Markup

...manifestation determination – essential because disability and behavior are linked, and unmet needs can result in challenging behaviors. The bill makes no mention of students’ protections under Section 504 of...

NCLD Commends Congressional Leaders for Reintroducing The RISE Act

...new evaluations despite documentation such as an IEP or 504 plan that the student received services or accommodations for a disability in K-12 education. While 94% of students with a...

June 2025 Policy News Round-Up

...Education Act to streamline accommodations and reduce barriers for college students with disabilities. It mandates that postsecondary institutions accept existing documentation (such as Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), 504 plans, and...

Advancing Universal Design in Standardized Admissions Tests

...students who have a documented disability through the College Board. For instance, Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), 504 plans, and doctor’s notes are usually not sufficient by themselves. Each accommodation request...