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was established in the U. S. office of Education
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to provide support, information, and structure for obtaining resources
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Ruled that segregation of races in public schools is illegal (separate but equal is not equal).
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held its first conference in Chicago
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is included in Public Law 91-230 (Title VI, Part G)
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every child in state guaranteed free public education; parents given due process before change in plan.
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IQ cannot be used as sole basis for placing children in special education
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prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in programs conducted by federal agencies. Section 504 protects students who do not qualify for services under IDEA, but still have a disability.
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PL-94-142 - ensured that all children and youths with disabilities have a right to free, appropriate, public education.
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Only special education case to reach federal supreme court. Ruled that child with hearing impairment did not need an interpreter because she was benefiting from her education. Districts must provide appropriate education - not best education.
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Amendment to PL-94-142
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Ensures the right to nondiscriminatory treatment in other aspects of life - a civil rights law.
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Supreme Court ruled that public schools must provide a wide array of medical care for children with disabilities attending classes.
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Students with mild disabilities must pass all state assessments and be taught state standards.
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Amendment to PL-94-142 - concept of "response to intervention" introduced into eligibility of students with learning disabilities.
