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The Supreme court ruled that segregating students because of their race was not constitutional. This was the first time that the federal government had spoken up for students that would experience prejudice or inequality at a school. This was the start of a wonderful journey that will result in speaking up for those have have had no voice prior to this event.
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The Supreme court of Illinois did not make it a requirement to have free education for the feebleminded or to children who were mentally deficient. They were thought that because they had limited intelligence, they were unable to reap the benefits of a good education. Although this was not a listed win for the person with disabilities, it did begin the road to improvement through awareness. -
This was the beginning of the involvement of the federal government in protecting and providing for students who have disadvantaged backgrounds. This allowed these students to have equal access to public education. This Act was changed to the Education of the Handicapped Act. -
This act gave the true definition of a person that is handicapped. The appropriate education is defined for this person as well as prohibiting any form of discrimination against and student that has a disability in federally funded programs. This act gave way for human right for those with disabilities. -
This act allowed for those classrooms with exceptional learners, to have the federal funds to provide an equal education. Exceptional learners include those who are gifted and talented. Parents are involved in this act and are given the right of due process in their child’s special education placement. -
This act guarantees an education for all children aged 5-18, that is free and appropriate in a public education classroom. This act requires an Individualized education program (IEP), which is specifically detailed for each student and their needs. The EAHCA gave the push for all children with disabilities to be guaranteed the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE). -
This Act allows for an extension to students that are aged 3-5. These students with disabilities will also receive a free and appropriate education. The greatest part of this amendment is the establishment of early intervention services to children starting at birth. -
This law prohibits any type of discrimination against anyone with disabilities in the private sector. This means that any person with a disability will have the same equal opportunities to go to school or work by providing the services to make it possible. For example, transportation and accommodations will be provided to ensure their ability to perform their job. -
This act replaces the EAHCA and makes sure that there is a language of people first, meaning instead of phrasing a disabled person, it’s a person first. Two new categories are added to different disabilities including autism and traumatic brain injury. This also requires bilingual programs for students with disabilities and provides the appropriate plan for students that are transitioning into employment beginning at the age of 16.
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This act was improved from the prior IDEA, and allows districts to use a Response to Intervention (RTI) to determine whether a child has a learning disability, meaning that it is no longer requires to have a severe discrepancy. This act assures the implementation of early intervention services for those that do not have a disability and raises standards for special education licensure. Students by all races and ethnicities are protected.