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The First School Of Special Education
In 1817 the first special education school in the United States
The first special education school was the American Asylum for the Education and Instruction of Dead and Dumb in Hartford, Ct, by Gallaudet. The first special education methods were practiced here, which marked the beginning of treating students with disabilities. After some time, special education programs were provided in public schools in others cities, allowing this special education to advance. -
Brown v. Board of Education 1954
Students with disabilities suffered exclusion from public schools in the past, which generated a significant percentage of students with disabilities to drop out of school.This first landmark decision, Brown V. Board of Education, in 1954, the federal government supported students who experienced inequality and discrimination by ruling that racial segregation was unconstitutional. The statement drew the beginning of new legislation that contributed to the education of students with disabilities. -
Congressional Investigation (1972)
The investigation tackled by congress suggested that 1.75 million students with disabilities were not receiving education services, and 2.5 million of these handicapped student were not receiving a suitable education. After such an alarming estimation, congress addressed the magnitude of this problem and the consequences that might reverberate in disabled students and our society. Congress cleared and authorized the use of federal funds to promote and ensure students' learning with disabilities. -
Rehabilitation Act Section 504
In 1973, The first federal civil law ensured the protection of individual rights with disabilities enacted in the United States.Not only for students but for any individual with disabilities.The act prohibited discrimination during activities or programs funded by the federal government, like schools. Under this act, students with disabilities have the right to receive reasonable accommodations. -
Handicapped Children Act of 1975
The primary purpose for students with disabilities was to have an opportunity to attend school and have access to education. This law mandates that all schools receive federal funding supply for disabled students by accommodating their needs and providing fair and equal access to education. This law protects the rights of all individuals who need accommodations to ensure their education.
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Education for all Handicapped Children Act
PL94-142: part B
Education for all disabled children acts to secure a free and pertinent public education. (FAPE) or Free Appropriate Public Education ensures children's education with a disability by protecting the rights of the children and families and providing enough facilities to assess and ensure the effectiveness of the education of children with disabilities. Requiring all states to individualize education programs in schools that meet the needs of students with disabilities. -
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) 1990 (public law 101-476)
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) was originally called the Education for All Handicapped Children Act of 1975 (EHA). President Gerald Ford signed the legislation to ensure that all children with disabilities are allowed to have a free pertinent public education. IDEA requires all schools and districts to accept federal funds to supply these students with a public education created to meet their individual needs and train them for their education and later occupation. -
No Child Left Behind 2001
The primary purpose of this act was to ensure that all students have an equal, fair, and significant opportunity to enhance knowledge throughout education and reach an academic standard. It also enforces stronger accountability for results, design and prove education methods and work with parents to provide the necessary accommodations to ensure that no child is left behind.Also, it includes reading, annual proficiency testing, family involvement, additional educational assistance, etc. -
Assistive Technology Act
Assistive Technology Act 2004
The AT Act or assistive technology act promotes understanding and access to technology devices and services that encourage the learning process of students or individuals with disabilities. The AT Act allows students with disabilities to receive the facilitation from fully participating in the academic process and education.
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The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)
The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) was signed by President Obama on December 10, 2015. This act is a continuation of the 50-year-old Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA). The act commitment to equal opportunity for all students. The primary purpose of ESSA is to support students to succeed and expand their educational opportunities and improve outcomes.