History of Special Education and Inclusive Education Timeline

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  • Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA)

    Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA)
    This federal law was signed by President Lyndon B. Johnson.It aims to provide support for low-income families in terms of educational opportunities.
  • Mills v. Board of Education of the District of Columbia

    Mills v. Board of Education of the District of Columbia
    This was a court case. Children of all disabilities had the right to special education for a longer period of time. It means that there was an extension for those children.
  • Education for all Handicapped Children Act (EAHCA)

    Education for all Handicapped Children Act (EAHCA)
    Students with disabilities must have access to free and appropriate education.
  • Education of the Handicapped Act Amendments

    Education of the Handicapped Act Amendments
    This law allows children from 3-5 years of age to have free access to education in an appropriate manner. It also initiates interventions at an early stage for infants/toddlers with disabilities.
  • Honig v.Doe

    Honig v.Doe
    This was a court case.Students cannot be expelled from schools if their behaviors are related to their disability.
  • American with Disabilities Act

    American with Disabilities Act
    It is unlawful to discriminate against people with disabilities. They must have equal employment opportunities.
  • Individuals with Disabilities Education Act

    Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
  • No Child Left Behind

    No Child Left Behind
    It was enacted by President George Bush. It allows parents to choose schools for their children.
  • Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act

    Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act
    Early intervention services are provided, evaluation and individualized education programs are established and highly qualified teachers are required.