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The First American School for the Deaf
This is the oldest permanent school for the deaf in the United States. This school is located in Hartford, Connecticut. When this school first opened, there were 7 children enrolled in the school and it was dedicated exclusively to the education of the deaf. https://www.asd-1817.org/about/history--cogswell-heritage-house -
The Common School Movement
This was a system of schools proposed by Horace Mann. Horace proposed free, universal and non-sectarian schooling. Common Schools are for all children, regardless of their religion or social class. -
Brown Vs. Board of Education
This act prevented segregation of children in public schools. All students are treated equally under this law. Segregation was deemed unconstitutional under this law. Children are able to be in class with children of many different races and races that are different than one another. -
Head Start Program
The Head Start Program was intended to promote school readiness in children that are between the ages of birth to five years old. This program was also designed for children that come from low-income families. This program was made to help children that are low-income. Children are given the proper early childhood education, health, nutrition and parent involvement -
Rehabilitation Act of 1973
This act promotes discrimination on any student with a disability. Children will also be provided with federal financial assistance, if needed. This is a federal law that approves grants to states for vocational rehabilitation services, supported employment, independent living and client assistance. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ulX349PB8O0 -
Education for All Handicapped Children Act
This act was designed for students that are handicapped to get one free meal each school day. This act will also ensure that handicapped students will have the same type of education as any other student. Students that are handicapped will receive the proper education that they deserve. -
Individuals With Disabilities Act
This act ensures that a student will never be turned away from receiving an education, no matter their disability. This act also ensures that children that have a disability will receive special education depending on their disability. Students that have disabilities will be prepared for employment and they will also be prepared for how to live on their own. -
The Assistive Technology Act
This act provides funding from the U.S Department of Education to give all students with disabilities the proper technology. These types of assistive technology will be available for children so that they can succeed in school. By providing these assistive technologies, children can fully participate in educational -
No Child Left Behind Act
This act was made for children that are in Kindergarten through 12th grade. It was designed so that every student is treated fairly and given the same type of education as one another. Teachers are to treat every student the same no matter their race and economic backgrounds, as well as their disabilities. This act also ensures that all teachers will treat their students equally and they will be well prepared to teach every day. -
Every Student Succeeds Act
This act was made so that every student succeeds in school and they are all able to learn the same way. This act was also designed to provide an equal opportunity for students who receive special education services.
