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Perkins School for the Blind
First school in the United States committed to providing education for individuals with visual impairments, starting a trend for future specialized educational institutions. -
Brown v. Board of Education
Ruled that racial segregation in public schools was unlawful. This choice served as a legal point for testing discriminatory practices against students with disabilities -
Autism Society of America
Improving the lives of people with autism spectrum disorders and their families. Advocating for the rights and necessities of people with autism. -
Inception of the Special Olympics
This event featured the significance of inclusive sports and recreational activities for people with intellectual disabilities, promoting social integration. -
Mills v. Board of Education of the District of Columbia
Ruled that students with disabilities have the privilege to a free and appropriate public education, no matter of the severity of their disability. -
Education for All Handicapped Children Act
Commanding access to state funded schooling for students with disabilities, and the growing movement towards full inclusion in recent years. -
Passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Prohibiting discrimination against people with disabilities in different part of public life, including employment, transportation, and public accommodations. -
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
Emphasizing the need for individualized education plans (IEPs) and appropriate accommodations for students with disabilities. -
No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB)
Reauthorizing the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), to work on educational outcome for all students, including those with disabilities. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0--2nhsDorg -
Introduction of Response to Intervention (RTI) framework
A way to distinguish and support students with learning difficulties. RTI includes a multi-tiered system of interventions, offering targeted help to students based on their individual needs, and assisting in the early identification of learning difficulties. https://www.fldo.org