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It was the first school in the United States initially made for deaf students. It was called American Asylum for the Education and Instruction of the Deaf and Dumb. The word asylum meant for a safe place and 'dumb' was referred for those who could not speak clearly. It became the first school to receive aid from the federal government. Also, one of the first schools to accept African American students. -
Supreme court case that ruled the segregation in schools was not constitutional. It was the first big step where the government took a stance for students experiencing inequality. It was the foundation for many court cases to protect the rights for students with disabilities for equal access. -
The Illinois Supreme Court case where they decided that the state did not have to provide free public education to students with disabilities. These students were believed to not benefit from the education provided. This case brought attention to many states that were excluding children from public education because of their disabilities. -
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A prominent case in the government taking an active role in education and their support in low-income families. It provided funding to make sure that all children had equal access to education. It added access to textbooks and special services for students at a disadvantage. -
First, we have PARC that ruled that students with intellectual disabilities could not be denied an education and deserved free education. After, Mills case came along with expansion of the range of disabilities students have. After an investigation it was found that students were being suspended with no reason and denied education. -
It was an act established that any program or organization that was receiving federal funding could not discriminate against others with disabilities. It didn't only apply for school but also in the workforce. It opened more doors and access to the work force, the community and colleges. -
Established a guarantee that all students with disabilities receive and have a right to free and quality of public education. It held school accountable to provide education and services. Also, adding safeguards to protect the rights of the children and their parents. -
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The IDEA came in to require schools to give access to general education to students with disabilities whenever possible. It adds the inclusion of students in school activities alongside their peers. The IEP program got implemented, added goals and accommodations to support students. -
It was signed by President George W. Bush to require school to meet standards and be held accountable. It was done by state testing, closing the gaps in students and helping all students with and without disabilities succeed. It also encouraged schools to have a higher expectations and prevent students from failing behind, emphasis on support learning. -
It was an improvement on IDEA, it increased funding for early intervention for students. It established for teachers to have higher certification in the field of Special Education. There was an addition to IEPs of annual goals that were related to state standards.