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Brown v Board of Education (1954)
Brown v Board of Education (1954) called for desegregation between African-Americans and Whites. This court case laid the foundation for special education legislation calling desegregation unconstitutional. Important research cited as contributing to the success of the court case was conducted by Drs Kenneth and Mamie Clark and were called “The Doll Tests.” -
Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) of 1965
In 1965, President Lyndon B Johnson signed Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA). ESEA provides equal opportunity to students through funding schools and school districts. This provided opportunities for students who are low-income, have a disability that includes physical limitations, and English Language Learners. -
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act
Section 504 is a civil rights law that does not allow for discrimination for those with disabilities in either the private or public sector that receives federal assistance. Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 was signed by President Nixon. U.S. Department of Health. (n.d.). Your rights under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act - hhs.gov. Retrieved July 18, 2022, from https://www.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/ocr/civilrights/resources/factsheets/504.pdf -
Education for All Handicapped Children Act (Public Law 94-142)
In 1975, President Gerald Ford signed into law, the education for All Handicapped Children Act. This required states accept federal monies in order to provide equal educational access and opportunities. A history of the individuals with disabilities education act. Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. (2022, March 18). Retrieved July 17, 2022, from https://sites.ed.gov/idea/IDEA-History#:~:text=On%20November%2029%2C%201975%2C%20President,and%20locality%20across%20the%20country. -
Public Law 99-457
Public Law 99-457 was an amendment to the All Handicapped Children Act. This mandated states to offer services for children born with a disability. This allowed services for children ages birth to three years old. New law to impact services to disabled infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. New Law to Impact Services to Disabled Infants, Toddlers, and Preschoolers .... (n.d.). Retrieved July 17, 2022, from https://nfb.org//sites/default/files/images/nfb/publications/fr/fr9/issue3/f090308.html -
Technology-Related Assistance for Individuals with Disabilities Act of 1988
This legislation allowed access to assistive technology for individuals with disabilities. During this time, society realized the change in role with technology to assist the individuals with disabilities to participate in school, work, community,etc. Assistive technology act fact sheet - rtcil.org. (n.d.). Retrieved July 18, 2022, from https://rtcil.org/sites/rtcil/files/documents/ATA%20Fact%20Sheet%202.15.2021--Fixed.pdf -
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act of 1990
In 1990, Education for All Handicapped Children Act became the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). This was reauthorized by President Clinton. IDEA called for providing access for all students to the same curriculum. Under this amendment, the definition of developmental delay (DD) was expanded. About idea. Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. (2022, July 1). Retrieved July 17, 2022, from https://sites.ed.gov/idea/about-idea/ -
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
American with Disabilities Act prohibits discrimination related to disabilities in all areas of public life. The purpose of this act is to allow equal opportunities and rights to those with disabilities and allows appropriate accommodations. What is the Americans with disabilities act (ADA)? ADA National Network. (2022, July 18). Retrieved July 17, 2022, from https://adata.org/learn-about-ada -
No Child Left Behind Act of 2001
In January 2002, President George W. Bush signed the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB), in a reauthorization of Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965. This was in legislature for nearly a year and began in March of 2001. NCLB held schools accountable for student achievement but penalized schools for lack of improvement. -
Every Student Succeeds Act
In 2015, President Obama signed the Every Student Succeeds Act which replaced No Child Left Behind and went back to the basis of Elementary and Secondary Education Act. This change went into effect during the 2017-2018 school year. The reason for it is to put more targeted and comprehensive supports into the schools to help improve education for all students. -
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Aiyedogbon, G. (2022, May 17). Adaaa & Section 504. NCLD. Retrieved July 17, 2022, from https://www.ncld.org/get-involved/learn-the-law/adaaa-section-504/ Brown v. Board of Education: The case that changed America. NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund. (2022, May 28). Retrieved July 17, 2022, from https://www.naacpldf.org/brown-vs-board/ -
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Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA). Washington Office of Superintendent of PUBLIC INSTRUCTION. (n.d.). Retrieved July 17, 2022, from https://www.k12.wa.us/policy-funding/grants-grant-management/every-student-succeeds-act-essa-implementation/elementary-and-secondary-education-act-esea -
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Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) Implementation. Washington Office of Superintendent of PUBLIC INSTRUCTION. (n.d.). Retrieved July 17, 2022, from https://www.k12.wa.us/policy-funding/grants-grant-management/every-student-succeeds-act-essa-implementation Klein, A. (2020, December 7). No child left behind: An overview. Education Week. Retrieved July 17, 2022, from https://www.edweek.org/policy-politics/no-child-left-behind-an-overview/2015/04