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Brown v. Board of Education
This was a case in which the United States Supreme Court ruled that it is unconstitutional to have separate public schools for black and white students. It overturned the Plessy v. Ferguson decision in 1896 which allowed for states to sponsor segregated schools, a step into making schools a more accepting environment without racism. -
The Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA)
This law, passed by President Lyndon B. Johnson as a part of his "War on Poverty" stance, states that that primary and secondary education must be funded. It emphasized high standards and accountability in education by requiring funds for professional developments, materials, resources for education programs and encouragement of parental involvement. -
Diana v. State Board of Education
In this case, the court ruled that Spanish-speaking children should be retested in their native language to avoid errors in placement. It was argued that students are discriminated against simply because of their native language and lack of education in English, thus misdiagnosing students -
Education for All Handicapped Children Act
This act protects the rights of children with disabilities and their families. It intends to meet their individual needs and improving their life and education. -
Hendrick Hudson School v. Rowley
In this case, it was concluded that local school boards were required to provide students with a disability with a free appropriate public education. Each child was required to have an individualized program created by school officials and students' guardians. The term "free appropriate public education" came from this case. -
The Handicapped Children's Protection Act
The act called for a free, appropriate public education for children with a disability or handicap. It also provides award fees to child and parents of said child. -
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
Congress reauthorized EHA and changed the title to IDEA. The goal of IDEA is to provide children with disabilities the same opportunity for education as those students who do not have a disability. -
The Individual with Disabilities Education Act Amendments
This Act required every state to have in effect policies and procedures to ensure free appropriate public education for students with disabilities. There were changes made such as consultation and service plans. -
No Child Left Behind Act
Signed by President George W. Bush, this act held schools responsible for academic progress of ALL students. It put a focus on states ensuring that schools boost the performance of certain groups of students, such as ESL, special education and poor and minority students. If these expectations were not met, schools would lose money. -
"Learn the Signs. Act Early"
This was a campaign created by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC’s) to encourage early identification of developmental diseases, like autism. On its website, the CDC provides videos to help parents and professionals track the development of children. -
IDEA Improvement Act
This is a law that requires equity, accountability and excellence in education for children with disabilities. It was signed by George W. Bush. -
American with Disabilities Act
This law amended the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. It made changes to and made the term "disability" more clear. It protects people under that definition from any discrimination.
