Parent Magazine | Page 22

CHILDREN AND YOUTH WITH

DISABILITIES (Section 504 ADA)

SCHOOL INSURANCE

Weber School District offers a voluntary student accident insurance plan underwritten by Security Life Insurance Company. This plan offers a cost-effective alternative for families who need insurance. This insurance offers several enrollment options designed to fit your individual needs.

It is supplemental accidental bodily injury insurance. You may enroll anytime by contacting the head secretary at the school.

NOTICE TO STUDENTS, PARENTS, EMPLOYEES, PATRONS, VISITORS,

UNDER 504-ACCEPTANCE OF DISABILITY

“The District does not discriminate on the basis of disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs and activities. Contact Weber District Office (801-476-7800) with any questions or concerns.”

TITLE IX

Weber School District complies with Title IX regulations: “No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of , or be subject to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving federal financial assistance. Problems should be referred to the school administration.”

CIVIL RIGHTS

Titles VI & VII of the Civil Rights Act prohibit discrimination in federally funded programs on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, or national origin. The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act requires the District to find and serve qualified students with disabilities residing in the District.

SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS FOR MEETINGS

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, individuals needing special accommodations (including auxiliary communicative aids and services) during any school meeting or activity should notify the principal

at least three (3) working days prior to the meeting.

It is the policy of the Board of Education of Weber School District to provide a free appropriate education to each student with disabilities within its jurisdiction. It is the intent of the district to ensure that students who are disabled within the definition of Section 504 of the Americans with Disabilities Act are identified, evaluated and provided with necessary accommodations for the appropriate educational services. Due process rights of disabled students and their parents under Section 504 are observed in Weber School District. Our staff is available to assist you in understanding your rights and is available on request to provide you with any further explanation of these rights, as needed. It is the parent’s responsibility to advise the school district of any known needs for a disabled student.