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First U.S. Deaf School
The first permanent school for the deaf, opened in America, in Hartford, Connecticut. It became the model of education for the deaf. It also was the first school to receive public funding for education for Americans with disabilities, a charter of incorporation from the state and a grant from the Legislature. American School for the Deaf -
Emma Pendleton Bradley Hospital
The first hospital to treat mental health and neurological disorders in children opened in East Providence, Rhode Island. -
Institute of Exceptional Children
The University of Illinois opened the first multi-disciplinary research unit of its kind in the world and began what was to become the newest focus in the field of special education and what we know today as learning disabilities. The Institute of Exceptional Children Special Education -
Brown v. Board of Education
Brown v. Board of Education was a landmark U.S. Supreme Court case where the justices ruled unanimously that racial segregation of children in public schools was unconstitutional.Brown v. Board of Education -
Elementary and Secondary Educ Act (ESEA)
Elementary and Secondary Education Act (PL 89-10) passed in 1965 (ESEA). Its goal to improve educational equity from students from lower income families by providing federal funds to school districts serving poor students. ESEA -
EAHCA (PL 94-142)
EAHCA is federal legislation pertaining to the education of children with disabilities. It requires schools to provide appropriate services for all children with disabilities between ages 5-21. EAHCA has expanded and strengthened over the years. Known as the Mainstreaming Law. Requires Individualized Education Programs IEP
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Am. Disabilities Act
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities in everyday activities. ADA -
IDEA
IDEA renames and replaces EAHCA. It's a federal law that was passed in 1990 and has been amended. IDEA provides children, birth to age 21 with qualifying disabilities, the right to services designed to meet their individual needs. It added two new categories of disabilities, autism and traumatic brain injury. IDEA services include rehabilitation, social services, assistive technology. Providing the least restrictive environment as possible. IDEA -
No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB)
NCLB requires states establish academic standards and assessments to ensure all students meet academic standards. Must be statewide to establish accountability. -
Every Student Succeeds Act
Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) replaced NCLB. It is the main law in US public schools and holds schools accountable to how students learn and achieve. ESSA