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Monday March 21, 2016
Welcome to - Tonight’s topic is Coordinating 504 Plans. Thank you for joining us!
Please introduce yourself, your position, & where you’re tweeting from tonight.
Tonight’s topic is Coordinating 504 Plans. Q1 in 3 mins.
Laura, K-5 LA Supervisor, Central NJ
Hi All! Laura - middle school counselor from GA!
Feel free to respond to tonight’s Qs on Coordinating 504 Plans in general terms, or specific to Principals & SCs. Q1 in 2 mins.
Welcome back, Laura! Thanks for joining tonight. https://t.co/XTY6uv0BMn
Hi All! Laura - middle school counselor from GA!
Q1) In your prof. experience, describe some common medical diagnoses that require 504 Plans. What are some helpful mods/accom?
Welcome back, Laura! Glad to have you with us for https://t.co/E0hBQull5l
Hi All! Laura - middle school counselor from GA!
A: Most recently: dyslexia. Lots of multi-sensory accom, use of iPad, testing accom
That's right, Laura! How could I forget....you have helped me so much this year with Dyslexia!
Marc. Technology Integration Specialist
A1: fine motor issues - use of computer/ extra time for writing/consult w/ OT.
A1: ADHD - extra time or time constraints depending on Ss need, chunk and check assignments, motor breaks
Dyslexia is tied in w/poor handwriting so we use these mods often too, Speech to text is effective also
Agreed, Laura. ADHD and Anxiety are big ones for me! https://t.co/1qgBatBhxC
A1: ADHD - extra time or time constraints depending on Ss need, chunk and check assignments, motor breaks
A1: anxiety - extra time on tests if needed, specific mods based on cause of anxiety
Jessica Wright, tweeting from NJ, middle school counseling intern
I like preferential seating also. Limits distractions
yes! I would say most of mine are related to ADHD and Anxiety too.
Yes... where the student is seated usually is addressed in our plans too.
One problem I have with preferential seating..what constitutes preferential? Teachers are always moving
A1: many times seated next to peer role model finds its way onto plans for Ss w/ ADHD.
I had one for a student with Tourette's Syndrome.
Wherever the S can most meet w/success despite the ADHD. For some this may mean moving seats often
Q2: Who is responsible for coordinating 504 plans? What is their role? What role do you play?
many times preferential seating means near the front of the room/board close to the main instruction. https://t.co/NKStt1G3P8
One problem I have with preferential seating..what constitutes preferential? Teachers are always moving
. how did you address this one, Marc?
A2: Each school has committee, District has supervisor, I only coordinate/help formulate 504 Plans for dyslexia cases
Sure! But is that a fair meaning?? https://t.co/mGuhpLWOiK
many times preferential seating means near the front of the room/board close to the main instruction. https://t.co/NKStt1G3P8
One problem I have with preferential seating..what constitutes preferential? Teachers are always moving
Has to be the S. Their needs are at the forefront.
I think it depends on the S. Some may be more successful in back of room, cuts out the constant turning around
think it depends on the S some need it near instruction to focus. some need to be seated away from other S to focus.
A2) Our nurse is responsible for coordinating w/ parents, teachers, counselors, etc. I am responsible for monitoring.
A2: our student support team is our 504 team. includes Ts, assistant Principal, counselor, parent, some times county nurse
A2: currently counselor takes notes and types up paperwork. soon our student support team coordinator will be responsible for this
definitely should be for the S. whatever they need to be successful.
Agreed! Important to get to know your students to be able to determine what their needs specifically are. https://t.co/4yIQouoNA7
definitely should be for the S. whatever they need to be successful.
Q3) How can Parents, Principals, School Nurses & School Counselors work together to best meet the needs of students w/ 504 Plans?
A3: Communicate, revisit, reevaluate
. on an as-needed basis or at designated intervals?
Depends on case how often, but quick check-ins can't hurt
A3: understanding of the issue specific to that S, communication re: effectiveness of plans in regards to Ss success
we review all plans at the very beg. of the yr w/ new Ts but also review as needed if plan isn't successful https://t.co/Ss6m1UUywC
. on an as-needed basis or at designated intervals?
I agree. Being informed on the issue is key. Helps Ts understand the purpose of the 504
