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Schools cannot place students in segregated classes based on disabilities. The students must be educated with their peers to the "maximum extent appropriate." This has led to inclusion, co-teaching, resource, and contained classes. -
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act. It safeguards students' privacy and educational records. Parents can access their students' records and control the release of information. Can help parents if they are struggling to get services for their child. -
Children, ages 3-18 then 3-21, with disabilities have a free and appropriate public education. The law provided financial help to make this happen. Parents have rights when it comes to their children in special education. -
Public Law 99-457 expanded educational services to infants and toddlers with disabilities. The law focused on the importance of family involvement. The law creates a framework for early intervention. It also led to the creation of the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP). Children 0-3 are now available to receive intervention resources. -
The amendment of PL 101-476. Created the name IDEA, showing the "people First" movement. Added Autism and Traumatic Brain Injury as disability categories. Transition services must start no later than age 16. These are goals that are post-secondary. -
This law made sure that the civil-rights of people with disabilities were protected. This included employment, transportation, public accommodations, state and local government, and telecommunications. -
Students with disabilities are required to participate in state standardized assessments. The student's IEP's, Individualized Educational Plan, must have accommodations and modifications specifically stated. -
Reauthorization in 2004. The law provides funding for technology that helps students and adults with disabilities get equal access to educational and career opportunities. This can include hearing aids and adaptive sports equipment. -
A federal law aimed at improving education through increased accountability for schools, school districts, and states. A large focus on standardized testing. Ensuring students, all students including those with disabilities, have access to quality education. -
Special education teachers must appropriately be certified and knowledgeable in the subject they teach. Introduced RTI, Response to Intervention. A way to find and provide early intervention for students.