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<<Disclaimer: Verify this information before applying it to your situation.>>
I am writing this to the whole list because this would be a good
time to make arrangements for a child. The 504 plans are plans for
any children who have special medical needs.
It has nothing to do with learning disabilities.
This is right a child has and is not a favor the school system is
doing.
It is formal and a parent should proceed in a formal way.
A physician must write a letter documenting that the child has a
diagnosis. The physician should also formally state what the school
needs to do to meet the student's needs.
It might be helpful if a dietitian also sends some information.
Request a meeting by sending a letter to the Superintendent of
Schools. The Meeting should include the somebody the Superintendent
designates to be responsible, also
School Nurse, the Principal, The Food Service Director and if
school is in session the teacher.
The Special Ed Director may be helpful to be involved because in
some systems they may be the most knowledgeable
A Meeting should be held and a 504 plan should be developed. You
the parent and if possible both parents should be present Be polite
and pleasant.
Do not let them evade their legal mandates. Contact the Board of
Education if the School System is not cooperative. The USDA also has
a civil rights unit which can be involved.
Some additional areas to cover are: what to do about holiday foods
birthday parties, trips. Plans should take into account the child's
level of understanding and how well the child
understands the need to avoid all gluten.
If there is a support group in the area it may be helpful.
I am a retired school psychologist. Hope this is helpful.
Irma De Bruyn
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