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Council for Exceptional Children
Notably one of the first organization to target inclusivity in the classroom, the Council for Exceptional Children is dedicated to ensuring the educational success of individuals with disabilities and gifted learners. With a commitment to promoting inclusive educational policies and methods CEC strives to guarantee that each person, with special needs receives personalized and top notch education that suits their specific requirements.
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Brown v. Board of Education
The Brown v. Board of Education decision stated that segregating education for African American kids was unjust and paved the way for the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). The IDEA act mandated that all children with disabilities have the right to a free and suitable education in public schools. Prior to IDEA many kids with disabilities in the U.S. Were unable to receive an education through the public school system. -
Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA)
In 1965 President Lyndon B. Johnson authorized the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) aiming to support education and improve educational opportunities for students, with disabilities. They aimed to reduce the achievement gap in schools through proper federal funding. These funds were used for teacher training, educational resources, program enhancements and promoting engagement in schools. -
PARC v. Commonwealth of PA
In 1971, the state of Pennsylvania faced a lawsuit from the Pennsylvania Association for Retarded Citizens (PARC) over a law that permitted schools to deny free education to children who were 8 years old biologically but, had not yet reached a mental age of 5. The resolution of this case paved the way for inclusivity and support for students, with disabilities. -
Rehabilitation Act
In 1973 the Rehabilitation Act allocated funding to states for rehabilitation services, supported employment, independent living and client assistance. It established protocols that emphasized the rights, advocacy and safeguarding of those with disabilities. Section 504 bars any discrimination against individuals with disabilities by programs that receive funding, such, as public schools.
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Education for All Handicapped Children Act
The Education for All Handicapped Children Act, signed by President Gerald Ford mandated that public schools that receive funds must provide equitable educational opportunities for students with disabilities. This included the obligation for schools to evaluate students with disabilities, create personalized education plans in collaboration with parents, and aim to offer an experience similar to that of students, in general education programs. -
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was officially enacted on July 26 1990 under the administration of President George H.W. Bush. It stands as a civil rights law aimed at prohibiting discrimination and guaranteeing that those with disabilities are afforded the same chances as others to engage in various aspects of daily life. This includes employment, involvement in state and local government initiatives. -
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
States that receive funding for education are obligated under the IDEA act to offer education services to children with disabilities who qualify. The IDEA act mandates guidelines for providing Free Appropriate Public Education ensuring that education is tailored to each students needs and is beneficial for them. -
No Child Left Behind
Implemented in 2002, the primary goal of the No Child Left Behind Act was to narrow the achievement disparities among students by granting every child a significant opportunity to access a high quality education. This legislation sought to guarantee that underprivileged students attained academic success. -
Every Student Succeeds Act
President Obama signed the Every Student Succeeds Act on December 10, 2015. This act has provisions to guarantee success for both students and their schools. It emphasizes the importance of promoting fairness by offering safeguards for high need students. The act also stresses the necessity of educating all students to meet standards in order to equip them for achievement in higher education and professional endeavors.