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Brown v. Board of Education
Even though it was not specific to special needs children, desegregation of schools included special education programs. There was equal access to education for all students, regardless of race or disability. -
Mills v. Board of Columbia
Mills v. Board of Education of the District of Columbia gave rise to students with disabilities in the public education system, regardless of any cost to the school. No student could be denied because of deficiencies. States had the responsibility to educate children with disabilities. -
Education for All Handicapped Act
Schools were required to provide support and services to disabled students. They were able to evaluate special-needs and different education programs for children. All public schools were to accept federal funds to give equal access to children. https://sites.ed.gov/idea/IDEA-History#:~:text=On%20November%2029%2C%201975%2C%20President,and%20locality%20across%20the%20country -
Office of Special Education
The Office of Special Education Programs authorize grants to states for families with disabled children. Nonprofit organizations were able to support grants for the development of these children. This event improved outcomes for children with disabilities. https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/osers/osep/about.html -
Board of Education v. Rowley
This event was in regards to interpretation for deaf students. Amy Rowley was refused to be given a sign language interpreter being a deaf student. It questioned what is appropriate education for children with special needs. -
Individuals with Disabilities Act
This event made available free public education to children with disabilities. Discrimination was prohibited when it came to disability among individuals. Children with disabilities were given rights to designed instruction and individualized services in order to benefit from the education system. https://youtu.be/3XMndYNEGFA?si=i3vYRbH_2VSNG8H5 -
Olmstead v. L.C. Supreme Court
The Olmstead v. Supreme Court decision found that segregation of people with disabilities is unlawful. States are required to give community based services for those with disabilities. This decision protects the rights of community integration. It focuses on preserving the health and safety of those with disabilities. -
No Child Left Behind Act
The NCLB required every school in the United States to test all students. The assessment system of the state had to be valid and accessible for the widest range of students, including those with IEP’s. This was to make sure that all students were reaching the academic standards. -
Disabilities Improvement Act
The IDEIA guaranteed children with disabilities between ages 3 and 21 the rights to public education. This was designed for them to meet their individual needs and have teacher participation. Appropriate evaluations were to be done and ensure that every child in the US could meet the states learning standards. -
Every Student Succeeds Act
This event was to advance equality by putting critical protection, for children that are disadvantaged and of high need. All students were to be taught to high academic standards to prepare them for college. There was an expectation for accountability to produce positive change in schools that are low-performing.