Student Resources: Need help with Math and English? Your school will have links and availability to help you learn what you need to graduate. But if you’d like a little more direction, especially if you would like to go to college, follow this link to see what eReady Montana can provide for you!
Department Director: Michelle Mitchell
Phone: (406) 675-2700 ext. 1342
Hours:
Mon-Thurs: 8:00am – 5:30pm
Fri: 8:00am – 12:00pm
Parent Resources
IEP or Section 504: What’s the difference?
Welcome to the Parent Resources Page!
IEP (Individualized Education Plan) is a plan or program developed to ensure that a child who has a disability identified under the law and is attending an elementary or secondary educational institution receives specialized instruction and related services. This may include “special education” or other alternative classroom experiences that help the individual learn the way they need to. This is controlled by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
Section 504 is an important civil rights law that can provide educational benefits to kids with learning disabilities and/or ADHD in public schools. This is a federal statute, which means schools cannot “opt out” or “does not provide these services in this district.” The article links below can help guide you and your family towards obtaining the best education possible through Section 504 if you decide to pursue this avenue. Section 504 basically asks for equal access to public education and services.
Both should be updated annually. Most of our reservation public schools begin the year with reviewing the students’ progress form last year. This first meeting analyzes if the student needs changes or requires more focus. At the end of the year, typically, the school will meet with you and your child again to see what the progress has been for that academic year.
It’s important to remember that students have the option to attend these meetings and parents are definitely invited.
If you think you may need further help or guidance, please call
Alfred DeRoche
Tribal Education Advocate
Email: Alfred.DeRoche@cskt.org
Phone: (406)675-2700 ext. 1070
Sarah BigSam
Tribal Education Advocate
Email: Sarah.BigSam@cskt.org
Phone: (406)675-2700 ext. 1072
Vacant
Tribal Education Advocate
Email:
Phone: (406)675-2700
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Articles that support you
- What is the difference between an IEP and a 504 Plan?
- What is an IEP? Everything you need to know about IDEA, IEPs, and 504 Plans
- A parent’s guide to Section 504 in public schools
- Parent and educator resource guide to Section 504 in public elementary and secondary schools