Cosmetology School Refusing Accommodations After Severe Allergic Reaction (twin Cities Minnesota )

Two days ago, I had a severe allergic reaction to the eyelash extension glue we use at school. I was just practicing on a mannequin, but within a few hours I was in the ER needing an EpiPen. It was terrifying and honestly life-threatening.

The day after, I called my school to explain, and they told me to come in the next day to talk about it. When I met with them, I asked if we could make a temporary accommodation: I’m willing to do anything else in the program, just not work with the extension glue until the cosmetology board makes a decision.

Their response shocked me. They told me my only choices are:

1. Stay in the classroom and still do eyelash extensions (meaning direct exposure to the chemical that sent me to the hospital).

2. Refuse and go home — but lose hours.

3. Take a leave of absence.

For context: I’m legally disabled, I live in Minnesota (Twin Cities area), and this is a private school that also receives government funding like FAFSA.

I feel like they’re forcing me to choose between my health and my education. I don’t want to quit — I just want a safe accommodation so I don’t risk another life-threatening reaction.

My questions are:

Does this fall under ADA protections or disability rights since the school accepts federal funding?

Who else can I escalate this to besides the cosmetology board (e.g., Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, ADA offices, or state agencies)?

Any advice or resources would mean a lot.

Location: Minnesota