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Level I and Level II Section 504 training.
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Level I and Level II Section 504 training.
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Heartland AEA will offer Level I Section 504 trainings to districts in the fall of 2019 in Johnston. Trainings are at now cost and are open to all schools within the Heartland AEA service area but the primary standard taught will be free and appropriate public education. Districts are encouraged to send new staff and to have access to their district 504 manual (plan). Class size is limited so register early!
Topics to be covered include:
- Changes to the interpretation of Section 504 since the ADAA 2008
- How to review and update your district-wide Section 504 Plan
- The interaction of a Section 504 plan and an Individual Health Plan
- Review of obligations under the Child Find and grievance procedures
- Evaluation requirements
- Eligibility determination and eligible but not in need of a plan
- Section 504 vs. IDEA 2004, understanding the distinction
- Resources available to assist districts including, access to a Section 504 Google Site not accessible from Heartland AEA’s website
Level 1: Section 504 Training for Public School Staff (Choice of two dates)
Sept. 9, 2019
Register at this link, using course #181101 and section #272534
9 a.m. - Noon
Heartland AEA Johnston Regional Education Center, 6500 Corporate Drive, Johnston
Or
Sept. 16, 2019
Register at this link, using course #181101 and section #272535
9 a.m. - Noon
Heartland AEA Johnston Regional Education Center, 6500 Corporate Drive, Johnston
Level 2: Section 504 Training for Public School Staff
Back by popular demand, Heartland AEA will also host a Level II Section 504 training for those who write 504 plans. A prerequisite for this class is attendance at a Level I training with Heartland AEA within the last five years. This is a practical application class. No walk-ins will be accepted due to the limited class size so please register early. Class size is limited so register early!
Topics to be covered include:
- Processing 504 evaluation data
- How to consider and include outside expert reports
- Determining whether or not a plan is needed
- Eligible but not in need of a plan, how to manage?
- Linking physical and mental health disabilities to the right accommodations
- Resources available to assist districts to spark accommodation planning
- How to construct an inclusive 504 plan
- Implementing a 504 plan with integrity
- Determining whether or not a 504 plan is effective
- Annual reviews and 3 year reevaluations
Register at this link, using course #180762 and section 272635
Oct. 1, 20199 a.m. - NoonHeartland AEA Johnston Regional Education Center, 6500 Corporate Drive, Johnston
Heartland AEA will offer Level I Section 504 trainings to districts this fall. Trainings are open to all schools within the Heartland AEA service area but the primary standard taught will be free and appropriate public education. Districts are encouraged to send new staff and to bring their district 504 manual (plan). The courses are offered at no charge to districts residing within the Heartland AEA service area.
Topics to be covered include:
- Changes to the interpretation of Section 504 since the ADAA 2008
- How to review and update your district-wide Section 504 Plan
- The interaction of a Section 504 plan and an Individual Health Plan
- Review of obligations under the Child Find and grievance procedures
- Evaluation requirements
- Eligibility determination and eligible but not in need of a plan
- Section 504 vs. IDEA 2004, understanding the distinction
- Resources available to assist districts including, access to a Section 504 Google Site not accessible from Heartland AEA’s website
Level I Training Options
Level 1: Section 504 Training for Public School Staff
Sept. 4, 2018
9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Register at this link
Or
Level 1: Section 504 Training for Public School Staff
Sept. 25, 2018
9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Register at this link
The instructor for the course is MaryAnn Strawhacker, MPH, RN, Section 504 Consultant and Special Education Nurse Consultant for Heartland AEA.
Level II Training Option
This year in addition to Level I training, Heartland AEA will also host a Level II Section 504 Training for those who write 504 plans. A prerequisite for this class is attendance at a Level I training in the Heartland AEA service area within the last five years. This is a practical application class. No walk-ins will be accepted due to the limited class size so please register early.
Topics to be covered include:
- Processing 504 evaluation data
- How to consider and include outside expert reports
- Determining whether or not a plan is needed
- Eligible but not in need of a plan, how to manage?
- Linking physical and mental health disabilities to the right accommodations
- Resources available to assist districts to spark accommodation planning
- How to construct an inclusive 504 plan
- Implementing a 504 plan with integrity
- Determining whether or not a 504 plan is effective
- Annual reviews and 3 year reevaluations
Level 2 Section 504 Training for Staff Who Write Accommodation Plans
Level 2: Section 504 Training for Public School Staff
Oct. 8, 2018
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Register at this link
The instructor for the course is MaryAnn Strawhacker, MPH, RN, Section 504 Consultant and Special Education Nurse Consultant for Heartland AEA.
The classes are free to school districts within the Heartland AEA service area. Class size is limited so register early!
Due to heavy enrollment, a second section of Level 1 Section 504 Training for Public School Staff is being offered Oct. 30 from 9 a.m. to Noon at the Heartland AEA Regional Education Center in Johnston. No additional sections will be offered until fall of 2018. This class is designed for administrators, counselors, and school nurses involved in evaluation and eligibility determination for students.
Topics to be covered include:
- Changes to the interpretation of Section 504 since the ADAA 2008
- How to review and update your district-wide Section 504 Plan
- The interaction of a Section 504 plan and an Individual Health Plan
- Review of obligations under the Child Find and grievance procedures
- Eligibility determination and eligible but not in need of a plan
- Section 504 vs. IDEA 2004, understanding the distinction
- Resources available to assist districts
Level 1 Section 504 Training for Public School Staff
Oct. 30, 2017
9:00 a.m. - Noon
Heartland AEA, Regional Education Center, 6500 Corporate Drive, Johnston
Registration Information
Register at this link
The class is free for school districts residing within the service area of Heartland AEA. Class size is limited to 70 persons and first priority is given to districts within the service area of Heartland AEA.
Level I Training
Heartland AEA will offer Level I Section 504 trainings at no cost to districts in the Fall of 2016 in Johnston and Indianola. Trainings are open to all schools within the Heartland AEA region but the primary standard taught will be free and appropriate public education. Districts are encouraged to send teams consisting of counselors, administrators and school nurses and to bring their district 504 manual (plan). The instructor for the course is MaryAnn Strawhacker MPH, RN, Section 504 Consultant and Special Education Nurse Consultant for Heartland AEA. Space is limited so register soon.
Topics to be covered include:
- Changes to the interpretation of Section 504 since the ADAA 2008
- How to review and update your district-wide Section 504 Plan
- The interaction of a Section 504 plan and an Individual Health Plan
- Review of obligations under the Child Find and grievance procedures
- Evaluation requirements
- Eligibility determination and eligible but not in need of a plan
- Section 504 vs. IDEA 2004, understanding the distinction
- Resources available to assist districts including, access to a Section 504 Google Site not accessible from Heartland AEA’s website
Choose to attend one date and location:
Level I Section 504 Training for Public School Staff: Johnston
Date: Sept. 7, 2016
Time: 9:00 a.m. - Noon
Location: Heartland AEA Regional Education Center, 6500 Corporate Drive, Johnston, IA
Register here
Level I Section 504 Training for Public School Staff: Indianola
Date: Sept. 19, 2016
Time: 9:00 a.m. - Noon
Location: Heartland AEA, 115 W. Salem Avenue, Indianola, IA
Register here
Level II Training
Heartland AEA will host a Level II Section 504 Training for Coordinators and Administrators at no cost. A suggested prerequisite for this class is attendance at a Level I training in the Heartland AEA area within the last five years. Designed to enhance foundational knowledge, this content will focus on managing challenging situations with Section 504. Guest speakers will be Thomas Mayes JD, Attorney, Iowa Department of Education and Fred Kinne Equity Coordinator, Iowa Department of Education, in addition to MaryAnn Strawhacker MPH, RN. Space is limited so register soon.
Topics to be covered include:
- Manifestation Determination overview and demonstration
- Behavior intervention plan as part of a Section 504 Accommodation Plan
- District grievance procedures, making sure your policy meets the standard
- Due process hearing procedures
- OCR complaint resolution
- Transition planning for graduating students
- Dyslexia and eligibility standards
- Homebound instruction
- Dual enrollment and Section 504 for extracurricular activities
- Accommodations for school sponsored activities and events
- Practical application of eligible but not in need of a plan
Level 2 Section 504 Training for Coordinators and Administrators
Date: Nov. 21, 2016
Time: 9:00 a.m. - Noon (Optional Q & A from 12:00-12:30 p.m.)
Location: Heartland AEA Regional Education Center, 6500 Corporate Drive, Johnston, IA
Register here
