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First State School for the Deaf
The first state school for the deaf was established in Kentuckey soon followed by other state schools for the deaf and blind. Guidara, A. (2003, April 16). The History of Special Education in the Late 1800s to Mid-1900s: A Look Through Beverly Schools. Retrieved June 18, 2015, from http://primaryresearch.org/the-history-of-special-education-in-the-late-1800s-to-mid-1900s-a-look-through-beverly-schools/ -
State Funding
In 1852, Pennslyvania was the state provide funding to a private school to educate children with mental disabilities. Guidara, A. (2003, April 16). The History of Special Education in the Late 1800s to Mid-1900s: A Look Through Beverly Schools. Retrieved June 18, 2015, from http://primaryresearch.org/the-history-of-special-education-in-the-late-1800s-to-mid-1900s-a-look-through-beverly-schools/ -
Galladuet College
An institution of higher learning for the deaf, Galladuet Colege, was created when President Abraham Lincoln signed a bill. This was the first time in history the federal government became involved in Special Education. Guidara, A. (2003, April 16). The History of Special Education in the Late 1800s to Mid-1900s: A Look Through Beverly Schools. Retrieved June 18, 2015, from http://primaryresearch.org/the-history-of-special-education-in-the-late-1800s-to-mid-1900s-a-look-through-beverly-school -
Public School become Involved
The first public day school for the deaf was established in Boston. Providence, Rhode Island established classes for students with a mental disabilities and Chicago, Illinois established classes for students with physical diabilities towards the end of the century. Guidara, A. (2003, April 16). The History of Special Education in the Late 1800s to Mid-1900s: A Look Through Beverly Schools. Retrieved June 18, 2015, from http://primaryresearch.org/the-history-of-special-education-in-the-late-180 -
Massachuetts School for the Feeble Minded
The Massachuetts School for the Feeble Minded in Waverly, Massachuetts was founded. Open Collections Program: Immigration to the US, Defectives, Feeble-minded: United States. Massachusetts. Waverly. School for Feeble-minded: Massachusetts School for Feeble Minded, Waverly.: Laundry.. HUAM313587soc. (n.d.). Retrieved June 18, 2015, from http://ocp.hul.harvard.edu/dl/immigration/HUAM313587soc -
Council for Exception Children
A group of administrators and supervisors attending the summer session at Teachers College, Columbia University organized the International Council for the Education of Exceptional Children. Twelve members started the council including Elizabeth E. Farrell, the founder and first President of the council (1922-26). CEC Milestones. (n.d.). Retrieved June 18, 2015, from http://www.cec.sped.org/About-Us/CEC-Milestones -
Brown v. Board of Education
The Supreme Court ruled unanimously in favor of desegregation in the school. They determined "separate but equal" was unconstitutional in public schools for blacks and whites. The Court decided that it was crucial for all children to receive a quality education and to ensure education equality they gave the responsibility to the state. Brown v. Board of Education. (n.d.). Retrieved June 18, 2015, from http://www.civilrights.org/education/brown/?referrer=https://www.google.com/ -
President Kennedy's Panel on Mental Retardation
President John F. Kennedy had a personal connection with mental illness as his younger sister, Rosemary, was born with one. Seven days prior to the panel President Kennedy stated: "The central problems of cause and prevention remain unsolved, and I believe that we as a country"..."should make a comprehensive attack." JFK and People with Intellectual Disabilities. (n.d.). Retrieved June 18, 2015, from http://www.jfklibrary.org/JFK/JFK-in-History/JFK-and-People-with-Intellectual-Disabilities.aspx -
Maternal and Child Health and Mental Retardation Planning Amendment to the Social Security Act
President Kennedy signed the first major legislation to combat mental illness and retardation. Seven day later a second piece of the legislation was signed to provide funding for the construction of facilities to care, prevention, and treatment for the intellectually disabiled. JFK and People with Intellectual Disabilities. (n.d.). Retrieved June 18, 2015, from http://www.jfklibrary.org/JFK/JFK-in-History/JFK-and-People-with-Intellectual-Disabilities.aspx -
Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA)
The Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (ESEA) was enacted as part of the Johnson Administration's War on Poverty campaign. This law was signed by President Lyndon Baines Johnson who believed in a "full educational opportunity." Elementary and Secondary Education Act. (n.d.). Retrieved June 18, 2015, from http://www.ed.gov/esea -
President's Committee for People with Intellectual Disabilities
Established by President Johnson, this committee, formally known as the President's Committee on Mental Retardation, is still in existence today. It provides advice to the President and the secretary of Health and Human Services. JFK and People with Intellectual Disabilities. (n.d.). Retrieved June 18, 2015, from http://www.jfklibrary.org/JFK/JFK-in-History/JFK-and-People-with-Intellectual-Disabilities.aspx -
Pennsylvania Association for Mental Retardation v. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
PARC was quickly settled resulting in a decree that the state of Pennslyvania agreed to provide free public education for children with a mental disability. This was the first right-to-educate decree in the country. Pennsylvania Association for Retarded Citizens (PARC) v. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. (n.d.). Retrieved June 18, 2015, from http://www.pilcop.org/pennsylvania-association-for-retarded-citizens-parc-v-commonwealth-of-pennsylvania/#sthash.iy5LxJo1.dpbs -
Mills v. Board of Education of District of Columbia
This federal court case expanded on the impression that PARC had made. It went on to include children with behavioral, physical, and emotional disabilities not only mental disabilities. Shortly after, the case was followed with twenty-seven more federal court cases. Right to Education | Disability Justice. (n.d.). Retrieved June 18, 2015, from http://disabilityjustice.org/right-to-education/ -
Rehabilitation Act of 1973
This was the first major legislative effort to equalize individuals with physical and mental diabilities. Section 504 states that programs and employers will receive federal funds to not discriminate against those with disabilities whether it was intentional or unintentional. United States LawsOverview of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Sections 504 and 508). (n.d.). Retrieved June 18, 2015, from http://webaim.org/articles/laws/usa/rehab -
Education for Handicapped Act
The United States Congress enacted the Education for All Handicapped Children Act (EHA). This act ensured that schools received federal funding for children with disabilities and provided them with one free meal a day and access to an education. EHA - Education for All Handicapped Children Act. (n.d.). Retrieved June 18, 2015, from http://www.specialednews.com/special-education-dictionary/eha---education-for-all-handicapped-children-act.htm -
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990
This act prohibits any employer, including private employers, state and local governments, employment agencies and labor unions from discriminating against qualified individuals with disabilities from receiving a job. Facts About the Americans with Disabilities Act. (n.d.). Retrieved June 18, 2015, from http://www.eeoc.gov/eeoc/publications/fs-ada.cfm -
IDEA Act
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act was reauthorized and renamed, formally known as the Education for All Handicapped Children Act. It covers children from birth to age 21. It protects students with disabilities by providing a free appropriate public education (FAPE). IDEA (The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act). (n.d.). Retrieved June 18, 2015, from http://www.help4adhd.org/en/education/rights/idea -
No Child Left Behind Act of 2001
This act requires the students be tested by the state, so that all students are proficient in grade-level math and reading. It holds the states responsible for their students, so that every student is being accounted for. Background & Analysis. (n.d.). Retrieved June 18, 2015, from http://febp.newamerica.net/background-analysis/no-child-left-behind-overview
