What may appropriate education under Section 504 include?

Appropriate education under Section 504 encompasses a wide range of educational options tailored to meet the individual needs of students with disabilities. It includes not just special education services, but also regular classroom environments that may have supplementary services to support the student.

This comprehensive approach allows students to participate in the general education curriculum while receiving any necessary accommodations or modifications. For instance, a student might spend most of their time in a regular classroom with certain adaptations, or they might require special education services if their needs are more substantial. This flexibility ensures that each student's unique educational requirements are addressed, promoting inclusion and equal access to educational opportunities.

Other options that limit support to either special education services or summer school programs do not reflect the full scope of what Section 504 aims to provide, which is adaptable education based on individual needs rather than a one-size-fits-all solution.