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American School for the Deaf (ASD)
This school was specifically curated for children who are hard of hearing, deaf, or have other communication issues. Just like any other school, teachers make sure students are ready for graduation, but ASD goes beyond that. ASD ensures that their students are successful in the real world, just like everyone. -
Perkins School for the Blind
This school provides quality education for children who are blind and those who are visually impaired with other disabilities. They believe every child can learn and has the right to learn no matter the circumstance. The school also reaches out to these children globally through governments and communities to provide them with the resources they need in order to be successful. -
The Arc
This is an organization that focuses on the rights of the disabled. The Arc advocates for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to have a better quality of life whether that be in school, work, or simple everyday life. Additionally, they create services and programs geared towards making the lives of these individuals simpler. -
Brown V. Board of Education
This was a Supreme Court ruling that put an end to racial segregation in public schools. It found the “Separate but Equal” doctrine unconstitutional because black children were being taught in poor conditions, compared to white children who were given access to more teachers and other resources in schools. This ruling also helped boost the civil rights movement.
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Ed for All Handicapped Children Act (EHA)
The Education for All Handicapped Children Act allowed for children with any type of disability to have equal access in public schools. Under this act, schools were told to assess these children and come up with the best plan possible to help them succeed in a normal classroom setting. The choices made for these students must be reasonable and fair to them. -
Americans with Disabilities Act
This act prevents adults with disabilities from being discriminated against. This means discrimination in the workplace, transportation services, and all other public places is prohibited. This act also provides accommodations for these individuals in public areas. -
National Autism Association
The NAA supports the autism community through advocacy, research, education, and direct tools. The NAA educates service professionals, first responders, and families on how to care for those with autism. They also give physical tools to schools and families for additional assistance. -
Assistive Technology Act of 2004
This act gives students with disabilities access to any tech they may need in order to be successful and equal to those without special needs. This act also extends to those in the workplace and everyday life. These individuals have access to a wide range of items such as speech recognition devices, large computer keyboards, magnifiers, talking ATMs, and ramps. -
Individuals with Disabilities Ed Act (IDEA)
This act guarantees free and quality education to those with disabilities. Additionally, it ensures that the child's teacher is teaching them in the best and most effective way possible. Finally, it guarantees that parents and teachers are equipped with the right tools and resources that will benefit the child’s education. -
Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)
This act guarantees good-quality education for all children no matter the circumstance. With this act in place, parents can make suggestions on the education plans for schools within their respective state. Lastly, If a school is underperforming, the state must come up with a solution to improve performance.
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