Americans with Disabilities Act
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A broad civil rights law that prohibits discrimination based on disability in employment, public services, and public accommodations. In the school setting, the ADA works alongside Section 504 and IDEA to ensure students with disabilities have equal access to education and school facilities.
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A civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in any program receiving federal funding. In schools, Section 504 requires that students with disabilities receive accommodations that ensure equal access to education. Students who don't qualify for an IEP may still qualify for a 504 Plan.
The federal law that guarantees all children with disabilities access to a free appropriate public education (FAPE). IDEA requires schools to find, evaluate, and serve children with disabilities from birth through age 21. It establishes the right to an Individualized Education Program (IEP) and provides procedural safeguards for families.
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