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Brown vs. Board of Education
Brown vs. Board of Education was the first time the federal government had supported the students to need that extra help or care in the classroom. They want to help the students who've experienced inequality and prejudice at school. -
Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) (Public Law 89-10)
The ESEA supports and helps the low-income families receive high-quality education. Supports free and reduced lunches. This act applies to children who need additional support in public schools and education programs. (Picture: institute-of-progressive-education-and-learning.org) -
Vocational Rehabilitation Act (VRA) (Public Law 93-112, section 504)
The VRA defines a handicapped person along with appropriate education. The VRA prohibits discrimination against students with disabilities in programs that are federally funded. -
Education for all Handicapped Children Act (EAHCA) (Public Law 94-142)
This act requires states to provide appropriate, free public education for students who have learning disabilities. This act requires IEPs. Known as the mainstreaming law. -
Americans with Disabilities (ADA) (Public Law 101-336)
The ADA prohibits discrimination against those with disabilities. The ADA will protect equal opportunity to employment and public services, accommodations, transportation, and telecommunications. -
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) (Public Law 101-476)
This law requires that all children whether they have a disability or not will receive free public education. The free public education for those with disabilities will receive education that is appropriate for them and will receive special education services as needed. -
No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB)
The NCLB Act requires that least 95% of students with disabilities participate in the statewide assessments. The NCLB Act improves the performance of schools by increasing school, district, and state accountability for all students, including students with special needs. -
Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEIA) (Public Law 108-446)
The IDEIA allows districts to use a response to intervention (RTI) model to determine whether a child has a learning disability. This act raises standards for special education licensure.The RTI model is a model that can help indicate where each student is at in your classroom.
