History of Special Education

By AngelinaCabrera
  • Elementary & Secondary Education Act

    Elementary & Secondary Education Act

    Provided federal funding to support equal educational opportunities, especially for low - income and struggling students.

  • Vocational rehabilitation act

    Prohibited discrimination against students with disabilities in federally funded programs

  • Educational Amendments Act

    Gave federal funding to support programs for exceptional learners, including gifted students.
  • Education for all Handicapped children Act

    Education for all Handicapped children Act

    Guaranteed a free and appropriate public education (FAPE) for students with disabilities.

  • Education of the handicapped act amendments

    Expanded special education services to include early intervention for young children

  • Americans with disabilities Act (ADA)

    Protected individuals with disabilities from discrimination in schools, jobs, and public spaces.

  • Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)

    Required individualized education programs (IEPs) and transition planning for students with disabilities.
  • IDEA Reauthorization

    IDEA Reauthorization

    increased access for students with disabilities to the general education curriculum

  • Individuals with disabilities education improvement act (IDEIA)

    Introduced response to intervention (RTI) to help identify and support students early
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