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Brown vs. Board of Education
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Brown vs. Board of Education
347 U.S. 483, Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka was argued in 1952, and decided in 1954 successfully defined that the needs of black children were guaranteed in the 14th amendment to the constitution. The Supreme Court found that separate but equal public schools for blacks and whites were unconstitutional. “The Brown case served as a catalyst for the modern civil rights movement, inspiring education reform everywhere. -
IDEA
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act of 1975 (IDEA) was enacted by Congress to “Ensure that children with disabilities have the opportunity to receive a free appropriate public education, just like other children” (2014). The court ruling is the main platform in which all students with disabilities can reach their highest potential with the hindrance of out-of-pocket cost the families of those with disabled students. -
ADA 2000
The Americans with Disabilities Act, (ADA) of 2000 guarantees individuals who would otherwise qualify access to accommodations fully participate in society. Such accommodations can be print materials for the hard of hearing, Braille text, and audio equipment for the blind, and wheelchair ramps. This case guarantees that any member of society including students with disabilities can receive the materials, or time to complete assignments, and learn in an educational environment.
