Celebrating 50 years of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is the federal law that ensures eligible students with disabilities receive a free appropriate public education (FAPE) in the least restrictive environment. Since its passage 50 years ago, on Nov. 29, 1975, IDEA has transformed public education by opening classroom doors to millions of students with a wide range of disabilities. In addition...

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