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American School for the Deaf Opens
In 1817 the American School for the Deaf opened in Hartford, Connecticut; it was the first school for the deaf in the United States. This school provided education for deaf students that was tailored to their needs, with professionals specialized in hearing impairment. This school but was the first of many schools that catered to the deaf, it was an inspiration. -
Perkins School for the Blind
The Perkins School for the Blind opened, it was founded by Samuel Gridley Howe. It was the first school for the blind in the United States. This school is the reason for our advanced teaching methods that cater to the blind. -
President’s Panel on Mental Retardation
President John F. Kennedy created a president’s panel on mental retardation. He was one of the first presidents to bring focus to individuals with intellectual disabilities, he raised a long of awareness for this issues. The panel focused promoting research and more education on the matter to address the needs of individuals with disabilities. -
Mills vs. Board of Education
The Mills vs. Board of Education case made it so all public schools have to provide education for children with disabilities. Regardless of the severity of the disability, public schools must have the resources to educate these students. This decision laid the groundwork for equal educational opportunities for children with disabilities.
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Rehabilitation Act of 1973
The Rehabilitation Act of 1973 prohibited discrimination against individuals with disabilities. This legislation marked an important step towards equal rights and opportunities for people with disabilities. -
Education of All Handicapped Children Act
The Education of All Children Act made it so children with disabilities could study alongside their peers. This provided equal educational opportunities for all. They were no longer separated by their disabilities. -
Amendment to the Education for All Handicapped Children Act
The amendment to the Education for All Handicapped Children Act made it so kids with disabilities could be diagnosed as soon as possible so they could get the help that they need. Because these children are getting support early on they will have a better chance growing a learning at the same pace as the kids around them. -
Americans with Disabilities Act
The Americans with Disabilities Act prohibited discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all areas of life, not just education, this includes public transport, employment, and more. When job opportunities for disabled students opened up student’s interest in their education spiked, because for the first time ever there was hope. -
Amendment to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act was amended with services to help students with disabilities transition after high school and become more independent. These services involve helping them get a job, housing, and more. -
The Every Student Succeeds Act
The Every Student Succeeds Act gave states more of a say on how they run schools. Allowing states more freedom to set rules based on how students with disabilities school performance. This provides an education that more tailored to the needs of each student. Giving schools the ability to make sure that every student is taught and ready to take on the world.
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