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New diagnosis: should I pursue a 504 plan or an IEP first?

A new diagnosis is a starting point, not a placement decision. The diagnosis name does not automatically choose a 504 plan or an IEP—how the condition shows up at school does. This guide walks through how to translate a diagnosis into school impact, which written request to send first, what happens after the school receives it, and how to avoid losing weeks while everyone waits for the “right” paperwork.

12 min read · Updated July 20, 2026

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