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Child Find
In 1874, Florida created a Child Find system for age 4-21. Child Find is a requirement for states to track and identify students with disabilities. In 1874, they looked for deaf, blind and mutes. In the present time, we identify children who are not learning within their age group. https://www.fdlrs.org/child-find/cfvideos -
Education of All Handicapped Children Act (EAHCA)
In 1975, Florida enacted the Federal law, Education of All Handicapped Children Act (EAHCA)(P.L. 94-142, Part B). This Federal law requires states to provide a free and appropriate public education for children with disabilities. Also implementing the least restrictive environment (LRE). Which allowed students with disabilities to learn along side with nondisabled students.
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Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
In 1990, Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) (P.L. 101-476) passes. Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) replaces, Education of All Handicapped Children Act (EAHCA). Establishing person-first language, do not define a child by their disabilities. Two new categories of disability were added, autism and traumatic brain injury.