Building 504 Policy
The District is committed to ensuring that all eligible students, including those with disabilities, have an equal opportunity to participate in non-academic and extracurricular programs and activities. If your student requires an accommodation to participate in the program(s) described above, please contact our Building 504 Coordinator, Don Klene 303-982-0260.
The District's Parent Guide to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 ("Parent Guide") has been revised and updated. The updated Parent Guide is available on the District's website at: http://www.jeffcopublicschools.org/health/section_504.html. Copies of the Parent Guide are also available in each school building and can be obtained from the principal's office.
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 ("Section 504") and the Americans with Disabilities Act ("ADA") prohibit discrimination against individuals with disabilities in any program receiving federal financial assistance. The Jefferson County Public School District is committed to ensuring compliance with Section 504 and the ADA. Accordingly, no discrimination against any persons with a disability shall knowingly be permitted in any program or practice in the District.T he District further acknowledges that it has the responsibility to provide accommodations, adjustments, modifications, and necessary services to eligible students and other individuals with disabilities.
If you believe that your student with a disability has been denied an accommodation or service as a result of inappropriate weighing of available resources or if you have any questions or concerns related to Section 504 or the provision of appropriate services for your student with a disability, please do not hesitate to contact your student's building principal.