What if the school wants to remove my child's 504 plan but I disagree?

If the school thinks your child no longer needs a 504 plan and you disagree, it's important to know your options.

Unlike with IEPs, parents do not have a legal right to be a part of 504 meetings or have input into the 504 plan. Most districts do include parents, but it is a courtesy. You should ask the district what options are available in your district.

• Some districts (not all) will offer alternative dispute resolution such as mediation to resolve disagreements.
• You can file an OCR complaint.
• You could request impartial hearing.
• You could consult with an education attorney.

For more information, see our full article about 504 plan disputes.