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American School for the Deaf
In Hartford, Connecticut, the American School for the Deaf was created. This was the first school in the Western Hemisphere for impaired children. It created a new standardized language- American Sign Language- resulting in a deaf community and culture that continues to advance equality. -
Perkins Institution for the blind opens
The Perkins Institution was founded in Boston, Massachusetts. This institution the first of its kind for people with mental disabilities. Participants were required to live and learn there, just like a boarding school. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DWbORwRuMOc -
Brown vs. Board of Education
In this milestone decision, the Supreme Court ruled that separating children in public schools on the basis of race was unconstitutional.During this year, the United States Supreme Court overturned that decision and ruled unanimously against school segregation .Brown v. Board of Education, the Supreme Court's landmark 1954 decision ordering the desegregation of America's public schools, is perhaps the most famous case in American constitutional law. -
The Elementary and Secondary Education Act
The federal Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), enacted in 1965, is the nation's national education law and shows a longstanding commitment to equal opportunity for all students. ESEA authorizes state-run programs for eligible schools and districts eager to raise the academic achievement of struggling learners.The new law builds on key areas of progress in recent years, made possible by the efforts of educators, communities, parents, and students across the country. -
Center for Independent Living
The history of Independent living comes from the philosophy of people with disabilities have the same rights, options, choices, and equal opportunities as anybody else. It is based on the premise that people with even the most severe disabilities should have the choice of living in the community.As the program gained in popularity, people with disabilities who were not students began applying for services. -
Section 504
Discrimination against people with special needs and disabilities is prohibited under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.All students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) are covered automatically under Section Section 504.This includes students with mental, physical, and emotional disabilities, and not just learning disabilities. -
Education for all handicapped children
This law ensures that all disabled pupils receive an education in public schools. Free education, special education for children aged 3 to 21, extra assistance, due process, zero reject, and the least restrictive environment were all included in the EAHCA. The act also required that school districts provide administrative procedures so that parents of disabled children could dispute decisions made about their children's education. -
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
George W. Bush signed the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act into law. The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) ensures that all children with disabilities are entitled to a free appropriate public education to meet their unique needs and prepare them for further education, employment and independent living. The law also ensures that the unique needs of students with disabilities are met as they are prepared for higher education, employment, and independent living. -
No Child Left Behind
President George W. Bush signed No Child Left Behind into law. By 2014, all students should be proficient in arithmetic and reading, according to this law.The No Child Left Behind Act authorizes several federal education programs that are administered by the states. The U.S. Department of Education emphasizes four pillars within the bill:Accountability,Flexibility,Research-based education,and Parent options
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IDEA Reauthorized
Many adjustments were made to IDEA once it was re-authorized. The IEP, due process, and student discipline are among the improvements.The new law preserves the basic structure and civil rights guarantees of IDEA but also makes significant changes in the law. Most provisions of P.L. 108-446 go into effect on July 1, 2005. The requirements regarding "highly qualified" special education teachers became effective immediately upon signature.