504 Plan
A plan developed under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act to ensure a student with a disability receives accommodations that ensure their academic success and access to the learning environment
Accommodation
Changes made to the teaching methods or environment to help a student with disabilities access the curriculum. Accommodations do not change what is taught but how it is taught.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
A civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all areas of public life, including schools. The ADA ensures that people with disabilities have the same rights and opportunities as everyone else.
Annual Review
A yearly meeting where the IEP teamIEP Team A group of individuals, including parents, teachers, and specialists, responsible for creating, reviewing, and updating a student’s IEP. reviews and updates the student’s IEP to ensure it is still meeting their needs.
Assistive Technology (AT)
Any device or software that helps a student with disabilities perform tasks that they otherwise might struggle with, such as speech-to-text programs, communication devices, or specialized keyboards.
Attendant Care
Personal care services provided to students with disabilities, assisting them with daily living tasks, mobility, and accessing educational activities.
Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP)
A plan that uses positive behavior strategies to prevent or address challenging behavior in students with disabilities.
Billable Service
A health-related service provided to a Medicaid-eligible student that qualifies for reimbursement under Medicaid guidelines. Examples include therapy, nursing services, and certain assessments.
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)
The federal agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that oversees the Medicaid and Medicare programs, ensuring compliance with regulations and funding policies. https://www.cms.gov/
Child Find
A legal requirement under IDEA that schools identify children who may have disabilities and be in need of special educationSpecial Education Instruction designed to meet the unique needs of a student with a disability, provided at no cost to parents, including specially designed instruction and related services. services.
