Legal Rights and Protection
School Bill of Rights for Children with Diabetes
Children with Diabetes require special care to remain healthy. This care must be maintained at schools.
Federal Laws
Children with Diabetes have certain rights to care based on the Individuals with Disability Act (IDEA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
Written accommodations and plan of care under federal law (Section 504 or Individualized Education Program (IEP)) are the best way to insure a Diabetic child's needs are met.
All schools receiving Federal funding must comply with IDEA and Section 504.