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Brown VS. Board of Education
A court case regarding segregation in United States Public Schools. This case was initially started by a group of parents from Kansas, fighting for the rights of their children and all students with disabilities who faced prejudice everyday. Racial segregation in public schools was ultimately deemed as unconstitutional, as it violated the 14th amendment- the educational facilities for black and white students were separate, but not equal. -
First Down Syndrome Association
[NADS](.https://www.nads.org/about-us/history-of-nads/) National Association for Down Syndrome (NADS) The first United States organization dedicated to supporting individuals with Down Syndrome (DS) and their families, as well as raising awareness and improving the quality of education for these students. NADS was founded by a mother who was advised to either institutionalize her baby with DS or raise the child on her own without any resources —since none were available at the time. -
ESEA
The Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) protects students from disadvantaged backgrounds by ensuring they have equal access to public education. The act provides financial assistance to schools serving low-income students and offers training programs for teachers to help improve student growth and performance. -
EAHCA
The Education for All Handicapped Children Act (EAHCA) guarantees a free, appropriate public education for all children with disabilities. It also ensures that the students are placed in a non-restrictive environment where they will have equal opportunities to interact with non-disabled students. Additionally, the law allows parents of children with disabilities the right to participate in the administrative decisions regarding their child's education. -
Honig VS. Doe
Honig VS. Doe
This case involved two students with emotional and/ or behavioral disorders who were suspended from their school for behavior related to their disabilities. Their families argued the suspensions violated the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). The ruling favored the students, emphasizing the need to address behavioral challenges with educational support instead of exclusion.