Special Education is a federally funded program designed to provide access to a free and appropriate education to children with disabilities up to age 21 in public school systems. Schools must provide services according to the regulations set forth in the Individuals with Disabilities Act, known as IDEA. All public schools in the U.S. are required by law to adhere to these regulations and provide direct and supportive services to assist children with disabilities.
Prior to the Individuals With Disabilities Act, many children were excluded from school due to their disabilities. IDEA provided access to educational services for all children, requiring schools to provide the necessary assistance for children to access the curri
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