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Frederich L. v. Thomas
Frederich L. (minor) determined it he was not receiving a appropriate education to his disability within the school system under certain aspects of the constitution. Thomas believe there was no prescedence for such a claim and determined that the allegations were false in that there was no state specific law. This Case reaffirmed the rights previously determined under section 504 and gave way to today's term free and Appropriate public education. -
Marshall et al. v. Georgia
This case identified the over representation of minority groups in special education classrooms. This lead to reevaluation of special education and the needs of families who are in socioeconomic need.
This is the first case to determine the need for adaptive behavior in determining intellectual disability. This case helped to reduce misdiagnosis for students who may need different supports in the classroom and allow students who need them appropriate supports. -
Honig v. Doe
In this case it was determined that a school could not under its own authority exclude a student with disabilities because of dangerous or disruptive behaviors.
Students who fall into these categories may be excluded for a maximum of 10 days if deemed appropriate. This step can only be taken once due process has taken place concerning appropriate behavior supports and needs for the child. -
Zobrest v. Catalina Foothills School District.
This case provided for basic rights under the Individuals with Disabilities Educational Act. A child who is deaf is provided with appropriate supports through an interpreter in order to provide appropriate educational opportunities for the child.
This case was overturned to arrive at this decision upon the finding of a government program that distributes benefits to children regardless of the school they attend. -
Cedar Rapids Community School District v. Garret F.
A student requiring continuous nursing care in order to stay in school was denied care by the school. The school district did not believe they were obligated to provide services for Garrett to stay enrolled in school. It was determined that the school district was responsible for providing services for this student and subsequent students in order to participate in the classroom. This case allows students to participate regardless of their abilities and health.
