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First Free School For The Deaf
Charles-Michel de l'Épée is considered the father of deaf education. He founded the first public school for the hearing-impaired in France. He is recognized for dedicating his life to constructing the first sign alphabet in history for the deaf and for formulating a methodical approach to teaching those who are hard of hearing. -
The American Asylum for the Education and Instruction of the Deaf and Dumb School
The American Asylum for the Education and Instruction of the Deaf and Dumb was the first school in America that devoted solely to the education of the deaf.
In 1819, the school changed its name to the American Asylum at Hartford in 1819 and today, it’s well known as the American School for the Deaf. -
The Child Study Movement
G. Stanley Hall is widely regarded as the father of educational psychology and child psychology and initiated the child-study movement in United States. The Beginnings of Child Study -
Compulsory Education
Rhode Island implemented a legislation in 1840 requiring all children to receive an education in. According to this law, education for children must be provided by the government. A Short History of Compulsory Education -
Founding of the National Teachers Association
NTA was founded by a group of educators for the purpose of advancing the interests and character of the teaching profession and further the cause of popular education in the states. In 1963, NTA was merged to National Education Association, NEA. -
Founder of Council for Exceptional Children
Elizabeth E. Farrell was known for being the first person to teach a special education class in America. She also is responsible for organizing the Council for Exceptional Children. The council played a crucial role in providing protection for those with disabilities. -
Elementary and Secondary Education Act
SEA's goal was to improve the education opportunities for underprivileged children. The act provided grants for both primary and secondary by offering grants to district that serve low-income students, for example, assist with educational programs, professional development and other support such as parental involvement promotion. -
Mills vs. District of Columbia Board of Education
Seven school-age children filed a class action against the Board of Education of the District of Columbia, whose right to a free public education was being violated. This action opened the door for equal education for students with disabilities. -
Education for All Handicapped Children Act (EHA)
This act's primary objective was to guarantee that the needs, outcomes, and rights of disabled children and their families were met. Later in 1990, this act was reauthorized in Congress, and it’s name was changed to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) -
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
IDEA is our nation’s special education law that gives rights and protects children with disability. Children from birth up to age of 21 are eligible to receive early intervention, special education and other related service programs.