Section 504

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973

The Hillsborough School District Board of Education to provides a free and appropriate public education (FAPE) to all students within its jurisdiction who are handicapped, consistent with the definitions set forth in Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990.  No student, solely by reason of his or her handicap as defined in these Acts, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or  be subject to discrimination under any program or activity operated by the Hillsborough School District.

Any student who needs or is believed to need special accommodations, related services, or programs under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, may be referred to the school’s 504 Building Coordinator for determination of eligibility under Section 504.

If you have a concern, please contact your building Principal.