T1D School Rights and 504 Planning Masterclass

This free one-hour recorded masterclass is designed to simplify all things T1D school rights and 504 planning. Sending kids to school with diabetes can feel incredibly scary and overwhelming. The process to ensure your child has access to an equal and appropriate education similar to their peers can be a complicated one at times. This masterclass combines Amanda’s personal experience of getting her 5-year-old T1D the care she is entitled to at public school with contributions about the process from FollowT1Ds. You will have access to the video presentation as well as the slides. The slides also have embedded links that will direct you to various websites or pdfs to help you on your journey!

Topics covered include:

1. Informing the school about a T1D diagnosis

2. Diabetes Medical Management Plans

3. Individualized Health Care Plan (IHP aka ISHP)

4. Section 504 Plan

5. American with Disabilities Act (ADA) law

6. Action items when school is non-compliant

Disclaimer: This information is provided by parents of student with T1D that have been through this process and are sharing their experience and knowledge gained. Information in this presentation is not a substitute for personalized legal or medical advice, especially regarding state or local laws and regulations or individual health conditions. Legal standards and medical guidelines may change, and additional exceptions or interpretations might exist. We are not responsible for any negative outcomes from reliance on this content. For specific legal advice or representation, please consult a licensed attorney in your area. For personalized medical advice, please consult a healthcare professional.