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Department of Public Welfare v. Haas
The Supreme Court of Illinois ruled that the state compulsory education laws did not extend to "feeble-minded" children. -
Elementary & Secondary Education Act
Signed by President Johnson, this act ensured a commitment on behalf the Federal Government to providing an "equal and quality" education to all children. -
Vocational Rehabilitation Act
First of its kind to actually define what it means to be a handicapped person as well as what kind of education would be appropriate. Additionally, focused on prohibiting federal discrimination. -
The Education for All Handicapped Children Act
Enacted requirements for free and appropriate education for students with disabilities ages 5-18, created IEP's, and set definitions for Least Restrictive Environments. -
Board of Education of Hendrick Hudson Central School District v. Rowley
Instrumental court decision that clarified the definition of free and appropriate public education. -
Education of the Handicapped Act
Expanded the role of special education to now include programs for early intervention from birth to 5 years old. -
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
Instrumental in establishing person first language, and for adding Autism and traumatic brain injury for federal recognition. Additionally, it required bi-lingual education as well as planning and transition services. IDEA Explained -
Americans with Disabilities Act
Expanded protection from the public sector to now the private sector by prohibiting employment discrimination. It also added AIDS as a disability link text -
No Child Left Behind
Ensured that no child is trapped in a failing school, as well as increased teacher accountability and a commitment to a safe environment. -
IDEA Improvement Act
Allowed for the use of the RTI model to determine presence of learning disability, and ensured that those who work in special education would have to meet new stringent and updated licensure standards.
