Individuals With Disabilities Education Act
IDEA
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA, Public Law 101-476), was originally named The Education for All Handicapped Children Act (EHA, Public Law Law 94-142). This federal law guarantees a free, appropriate public education and protests the rights of students with disabilities. Each and every step in planning and monitoring your child’s educational program is protected by this law including:
1. Notice
2. Parent consent
3. Evaluation
4. Least Restrictive Environment (LEA)
5. Individual Education Program (IEP)
6. Placement
7. Confidentiality of records
8. Mediation
9. Due process hearing