History of special Education and Inclusive education

Brown Vs. the Board of education

May 17, 1954

The supreme court ruled that schools segregation by race was not constitutional. This was the first time the federal government advocated for students who experience inequality and prejudice at school. This case opens the door for future legislation for individuals with disabilities.

Department of Public welfare Vs Hass

1958

The supreme court of Illinois maintained that the state's compulsory education laws did not require a "free public education for the "free-minded", or to children who were " mentally deficient and who, because of their limited intelligence were unable to reap the benefits of a good education.

Elementary and secondary Education Act (ESEA)

1965

Supports many initiatives to help low-income families to gain access to high-quality education. Free and reduced lunch and additional teachers in low-income communities. Is for children who need additional support to succeed in public education programs.

PARC vs Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

1971

"Challenged constitutionality of excluding individuals with mental challenges from public education and training. The states were not allowed to "deny to any mentally challenged child access to a free public program of education and training."

Educational Amendments Act

1974

https://mn.gov/mnddc/parallels2/pdf/70s/74/74-TEA-RMG.pdf
Gives funds to states for programs for exceptional learning. provides the first federal funds of state programs for students who are gifted and talented. Grants students and families the right to due process in special education placement

EAHCA

1975

Is a mainstreaming law. Requires states to provide a free and appropriate public education for children with disablilities ( ages 5 to 18) Requires individulaized education programs. First defined least restrictive environment.

Education of the Handicapped Act Amendments

1986

Requires states to extend free and appropriate education to children with disabilities ( ages 3-5). Established early intervention programs for infants and toddlers with disabilities( ages birth to 2 years old)

Individuals with Disabilities Education Act

1990

Renames and replaces P.L. 94-142(EAHCA). Extends special education services to include social work. assistive technology, and. rehabilitation. Requires states to educate students with disabilities for transition to employment and to provide transition services.

IDEIA

2004

https://disabilityrightsflorida.org/disability-topics/disability_topic_info/individuals_with_disabilities_education_act_of_2004_idea
Increases federal funds to provide early intervention services for students who do not need special education or related services. Eliminates the use of short-term objectives in an IEP except for students who do not take statewide achievement assessments. Raises standards for special education licensure.

Winkelmen vs Parma City school District

2007

The Supreme court decided that parents may pursue IDEA claims on their behalf independent of their child's right. Before this case parents were not allowed to respresent their child or sue. There is not difference according to right of child and rights of parents