Section 504
Bridget Murphy
Nicole Duffy
Section 504 is a federal law designed to protect the rights of individuals with disabilities in programs and activities that receive Federal financial assistance from the U.S. Department of Education (ED).
Section 504 provides: “No otherwise qualified individual with a disability in the United States shall, solely by reason of her or his disability, be excluded from the participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.”
The Section 504 regulations require a school district to provide a “free appropriate public education” (FAPE) to each qualified student with a disability who is in the school district’s jurisdiction, regardless of the nature or severity of the disability. Under Section 504, FAPE consists of the provision of regular or special education and related aids and services designed to meet the student’s individual educational needs as adequately as the needs of nondisabled students are met.
At the elementary and secondary school level, determining whether a child is a qualified disabled student under Section 504 begins with the evaluation process. Parents of students who have a disability but do not qualify for special education services under IDEA can request a Section 504 hearing by contacting the Section 504 coordinator in their child’s school.
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The Plainedge Adult Continuing Education spring program is open for registration! Looking to learn something new this Spring? Whether you`re brushing up on skills, exploring a hobby, or just trying something fun, Plainedge Adult Education has a class for you! Register by visiting bit.ly/PlainedgeSpringAdultEducation2026
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All Plainedge schools will be open on Tuesday, January 27, at their regularly scheduled times. In addition, all afterschool and evening activities will proceed as scheduled.
Please keep in mind that while main roads are largely clear, some side streets may still pose challenges for vehicular traffic, including our school buses. If you are driving to our schools, please note that snow piles have altered parking availability in some areas. You may need to park in a different location than usual along certain streets, so we encourage you to plan accordingly.
Thank you for your patience, flexibility, and continued partnership as we worked through this weather event together. We truly appreciate the support and cooperation of our families, staff, and students in helping ensure a safe return to school. Please stay safe and warm.
Due to inclement weather and hazardous travel conditions, all school buildings will be closed tomorrow, Monday, January 26, and students will proceed with a remote learning day.
For technology support: Please complete the support form and our technology staff will contact you. https://forms.gle/qzvxpZZ43YMAi6uU8
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Join Our New Committee!
At the November 18, 2025 Board of Education meeting, the Board of Education shared exciting plans to re-launch a committee focused on reviewing proposed capital improvements to provide students with a safe and welcoming learning environment while maintaining fiscal responsibility. We’d love for you to apply and be considered for this important work!
The survey will help us learn more about you, why you are interested, and will guide the selection process.
Visit:bit.ly/PlainedgeCapitalImprovementCommittee or scan the qr code to learn more.
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Plainedge Public Schools are closed today- Monday, January 19,2026 in observance of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday.
The Cornell Cooperative Extension 4H Dairy Program lets students dive into the local dairy world, seeing milk’s journey from the farm to your fridge, discovering exciting dairy careers, and learning so much more along the way.
Fun fact: one cow can produce up to 8 gallons of milk a day!
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Plainedge Fitness Center Open House: Join us for an inside look at our state-of-the-art fitness center!
Friday,January 9 | 6:00–8:00 PM
Sunday,January 11 | 11:00 AM–1:00PM
✨ Tour the facility
👋 Meet our knowledgeable staff
📝 On-site membership registration available
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🏒✨ Saturday night was a win on and off the ice! The New York Islanders’ Teacher of the Month, Charles E. Schwarting Elementary School teacher Megan Bender, celebrated an exciting overtime victory and scored big for her classroom, too!
Megan received $500 in classroom supplies, generously sponsored by Xerox. Congrats, Megan, and thank you for all you do! 📚💙🧡🍎
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Plainedge Fitness Center Open House:
Join us for an inside look at our state-of-the-art fitness center!
🔴Friday, January 9, 2026 | 6:00–8:00 PM
🔴Sunday, January 11, 2026 | 11:00 AM–1:00 PM
✨ Tour the facility
👋 Meet our knowledgeable staff
📝 On-site membership registration available
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Happy New Year, Plainedge Community!
The Plainedge Public Schools Central Administration and Board of Education wish everyone a very happy and healthy New Year 2026!
