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University for the deaf
Gallaudet University was the first university to specialize in the postsecondary education of people who were deaf or hard of hearing. The school was federally funded after president Abraham Lincoln signed the charter bill into law which allowed the school to open their doors. This school remains the only one of its kind and has extended it’s reach to an elementary and secondary school for the deaf. -
Beattie V. Board of education
Beattie v. Board of education city of Antigo was a case that dealt with a student which was physically disabled who could still excel academically. However, the school claimed that the student’s condition was disruptive, therefore they placed him in a special school. His parents wanted him back in school, yet the city’s board of education stated that he couldn't return which led his parents to appeal to the municipal court, which ruled in Beattie’s favor. -
Council for exceptional children
The council for exceptional children was established by several educators which aimed to improve the education of students with special needs. To date the council is a group that focuses on the advocacy of education as well as general success in life. The group also puts an emphasis on providing resources for educators to put forward proper practices for their students. -
Federal funding for special education
The 1966 amendment of the elementary and secondary Education act provided federal funding for state schools which were dedicated to educating children with disabilities. This was considered the first federal grant program which was specifically for students with special needs. This amendment was crucial in helping low income families with special needs students in the public school system. -
Mills V. Board of Education
Mills v. Board of education of district of Columbia was a case based on the infringement of rights dictated in IDEA. In this case seven students were denied the right to education due to additional costs to the school for necessary accommodations for those special needs students. The decision was in favor of the students since the school district did not give them due process and it set a precedent for children with disabilities rights to free public education. -
Section 504 of the rehabilitation act of 1973
Section 504 of the rehabilitation act of 1973 prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities in programs which receive federal funding. This extends to public schooling and ensures that students under section 504 have a right to accommodations. In order to have access to these accommodations, a 504 plan meeting takes place with the presence of parents, necessary personnel, and a 504 coordinator .
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Individuals with disabilities education act
The individuals with disabilities education act covers different rights to education which people with disabilities are entitled to. These rights cover access to free and appropriate public education and appropriate evaluation among others. The right to appropriate evaluation guarantees that a student will be tested based on their level and can be placed into special education based on the least restricted environment.
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Central school district vs. Rowley
Board of Education of the Hendrick Hudson Central School District v. Rowley involved the dispute of whether Amy Rowley was receiving "free and appropriate education."Amy was a deaf student which used a hearing aid and it was determined by the school that she didn't require an interpreter. Her parents argued that she could be achieving much more if she had access to all the information being presented in the classroom, and the court ruled in their favor. -
Exceptional student education eligibility
The 6A-6.03011 Florida statute details all the eligibility requirements for a student with intellectual disabilities to receive exceptional student education. Requirements such as prior intervention in general education, assessments, and parental input all influence the students' placement. These requirements are in place in order to ensure that a student is placed in the best educational setting based on their abilities and instructional needs. -
Specialized instructional services
Specialized instructional services for children with disabilities is available to children who are participating in voluntary prekindergarten. Parents with children that have an individual educational plan can select which specialized instructional services their child should participate in based on their IEP. This Florida statute also ensures that these services are age-appropriate and in line with the child's current educational level.