PROTECTED HANDICAPPED STUDENTS
(CHAPTER 15 - 504 Plans)

In compliance with the law, the BASD will provide related aids, services, and/or accomodations to each "protected handicapped student" without discrimination or cost to the student or family. Such modifications are intended to provide equal opportunity to participate in and obtain the benefits from regular school programs to the maximum extent appropriate to the student's abilities. In order to qualify as a protected handicapped student, the child must be of school age with a physical or mental disability that substantially limits or prohibits participation in or access to some aspect of the school program.

These services and protections for "protected handicapped students" are distinct from those applicable to exceptional students enrolled (or seeking enrollment) in special education programs.

For further information concerning the evaluation procedures and service provisions available to Chapter 15 eligible students, contact the school counselor.

Any interested person, including those with vision and hearing impairments, can obtain information concerning the existence and location of services, activities and facilities that are accessible to and usable by disabled persons by contacting the Student Services Office at 814-362-3841 ext. 2507.