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Department of Public Welfare v. Haas
Supreme Court of Illinois ruled that 'mentally deficient' children were unable to reap the benefits of education therefore states were not mandated to provide free public education. Although this did not help individuals with disabilities, it highlights how recent state sponsored discrimination was practiced. -
Elementary and Secondary Education Act
Did not mandate,but encouraged states to develop better programs for students with disabilities through a grant program. ESEA also directed funding to disadvantaged communities and populations. This was largely possible due to the growing numbers of vocal advocacy groups that would continue to affect policy reform. -
Pennsylvania Association for Retarded Children v. Commonweatlht of Pennsylvania
Ruled that the state was not allowed to deny "mentally retarded" children access to free public education after the constitutionality of exclusion was challenged. The implications of this ruling marked the beginning of the end of exclusionary practices. -
Educational Amendments Act
Provided Federal funds to state programs for exceptional learners and students who are gifted and talented. Also granted due process rights to students and families in special education placement. This Act allowed and encourage greater participation of parents and guardians of individuals with disabilities. -
Education for All Handicapped Children Act
Finally! States are required to provide FAPE for all school age children with disabilities. This act also requires the provision of individualized education programs. -
Education of the Handicapped Act Amendments
States are now required to provide FAPE to pre-school aged children (3-5); also provides interventions for children birth- two years old. These supports were designed to bridge the gap for students with disabilities entering primary school. -
Honig v. Doe
To the benefit of individuals with social or academic problems related to EBD, the court ruled that students could not be expelled if the problem was related to their disability, commonly called manifestation determination. -
Americans with Disabilities Act
Extended rights to individuals with disabilities outside of the educational setting and into the private sector; prohibits discriminatory employment practices. This Act was designed to provide more equal opportunity to transportation, communication and accessibility for individuals with disabilities. -
Idividuals with Disabilities Education Act
People first language is promoted through the replacement of antiquated terminology such as handicapped. Services are extended to include assistive technology, rehabilitation and transitional services for post-secondary success. -
Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act
This Act included comprehensive reform and employed/defined strategies such as IEP's, LRE, Due Process, confidentiality, and advocacy. These acts granted more rights to individuals with disabilities and more accountability required from the provider.
