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Brown v. Board of Education
This important Supreme Court case decided that separating students by race in public schools was against the Constitution. It helped pave the way for including all students, including those with disabilities, in regular classrooms. -
The Elementary and Secondary Education Act
The Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), passed in 1965, gave federal money to schools to help them improve. It also helped lay the groundwork for laws that would be passed later in the history of education that support students with disabilities. The main purpose of this law was to enhance education and make sure all students, including those with special needs, had a better chance to succeed. -
PARC v. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
The PARC v. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania case was a big legal victory for students with intellectual disabilities. It established that every child, regardless of their intellectual abilities, has the right to a free public education. This significant decision was crucial in ensuring that students with disabilities were included in regular public schools, allowing them educational opportunities and equality. -
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act
Section 504 made it illegal to discriminate against people with disabilities in programs that get federal money. This was the first law in the U.S. to specifically protect students with disabilities, guaranteeing that they could get the same educational opportunities as everyone else. It was a big step in making schools and other programs more inclusive. -
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act) became law. To guarantee that all children with disabilities receive a free, quality education.The law states that schools must provide education in the least restrictive environment and create personalized education plans (IEPs) for each student with disabilities. https://youtu.be/66g6TbJbs2g?si=DTWfWgkzfLeBQUNw -
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), passed in 1990, is a law that prevents discrimination against people with disabilities. It makes sure everyone has equal access to schools, jobs, and public services. Because of this law, people with disabilities can take part in everyday activities and opportunities just like anyone else. -
IDEA Reauthorization
The 1997 update to IDEA made sure that students with disabilities took part in the same tests as other kids. It also made sure they could learn alongside their classmates in regular lessons. The idea was to give them the same opportunities to succeed as everyone else. -
No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Act
The No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Act, passed in 2001, was designed to make sure every student, including those with disabilities, were set up for success in school. It focused on holding schools accountable and giving them flexibility to help all students reach their full potential. The goal was to ensure that no student was left behind and that every child had a fair chance at learning. -
Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEIA)
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEIA), passed in 2004, updated the original IDEA law to focus more on making sure students with disabilities get better results in school. It was intended to hold schools accountable for providing the right support and resources so these students can do their best. The goal was to improve the quality of education and help every student with disabilities succeed. -
Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)
The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), passed in 2015, changed the rules from No Child Left Behind and gave states more control over schools. It still made sure that students who need extra help, including those with disabilities, get the support they need. The goal was to let states have more say while ensuring all students can succeed. https://www.ed.gov/essa