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Brown vs. Board of education
During this time, children of color were not allowed to go to school with the white children. This also included children with disabilities. Since this case, all children can now go to a public school in the US. -
Elementary and secondary education act
The elementary and secondary education act providing children from different backgrounds an education. this act gives children equal access to education as well as a free and reduced lunch. -
Section 504
Section 504 is law that guaranties certain rights to children who have a disability. this act is one of the first law US federal civil rights to protect the children and people who have a disability. this act also gives children access to an education. https://youtu.be/pxx6rQqIjpY -
Vocational Rehabilitation Act
This act provides students education, work, somewhere to live, and other rights. But was denied. Today, students can have access to all of these rights and more. -
Handicapped Children Act
The handicapped children act is a law where children with disabilities can get free education. This act provides children with a free meal a day. All public schools are required to accept federal funds to provide for these children. -
IEP
The Individualized Education Program is a legal document in the us law. this document is for children who need special education. the documentation provides the child a team that help with the child's needs. this child will have the this documentation for one year and will have a meeting with the child's team for a update of the child's progress in education. this will accommodate the child to a smaller class room and supplies. -
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
In this act, a piece of the American legislation was to make sure that all children with disabilities receive appropriate education services in the classrooms. For instance, a child needs a tape recorder in all the classrooms, the child will get a tape recorder. This helps children feel comfortable learning. These children are also put in a smaller class setting. with these accommodations, it will help children with disabilities succeed in learning. -
American Disability Act
In the American Disability act also known as ADA, is to make sure that children and others with a disability are bale to live like others. this acts gives them rights to a job, transportation, and more. it also protects them of their background such as race, religion, and more. -
Cedar Rapids vs. Garret F
In this case, children who have a disability and is under the IEP plan, can have a one on one. this means that if a student is unable to move, these students are still able to get an education. https://www.britannica.com/topic/Cedar-Rapids-Community-School-District-v-Garret-F -
No Child Left Behind Act
In this act, the schools are held accountable on students performance. students who have disabilities are able to participate in statewide assessments. These states are measured on the students process in schools.