The debate over school vouchers continues as more states offer government dollars to fund private schooling for students as a method of improving choice and quality in K-12 education. Previous research in the charter school sector has found that special education enrollment discrepancies between charters and traditional public schools is likely…

As a part of the Individualized Education Plan (IEP), special education teachers work along with their student with special needs and their parent(s)/guardian(s) to create and implement Individualized Transition Plans (ITP) to assist the student with their transition to the post-school environment. As mandated by Individuals with Disabilities…

When the Education for All Handicapped Children Act (now known as the Individuals With Disabilities Education Improvement Act [IDEA]) was initially passed in 1975, it indicated that districts were required to provide children in private schools with access to special education and related services, but it was unclear whether they were entitled to…

Raises legal issues for private schools, especially those with a religious affiliation, regarding the Education for All Handicapped Children Act of 1975 (PL 94-142). Specifically discusses "least restrictive environment" concept, individualized educational program (IEP), competency testing, and procedural safeguards. (DC)

At least 10% of students in private Christian schools are considered students with special needs. Private Christian schools vary in the degree to which they educate these students and in the approaches that they take toward educating them. This study examines whether or not private Christian Schools are allowing students with special needs access…

A survey of 77 schools was conducted to investigate the effect of P.L. 94-142 (the Education for All Handicapped Children Act) on private special education schools in 12 western states. Chapter I looks at the purpose, population, procedure, and data treatment of the study as well as defining several terms. The second chapter reviews literature…

There are a number of ramifications of Public Law 94-142 (Education for All Handicapped Children Act) and state legislation for the education of handicapped children in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Classes for the learning disabled were formed for the first time at the secondary level. Many private schools were forced to close because public…

The Supreme Court's 1985 decision regarding reimbursement of private school tuition to parents, in accordance with Public Law 94-142, has raised several new issues that lower courts have since dealt with, such as costs of related services, use of nonapprpoved facilities, requirement for prior school district evaluation, and others. (Author/PB)

School districts are required to provide special education and related services to handicapped students enrolled in private schools. Generally, a school district can provide these services offsite but must provide transportation between sites. (MLF)

Discusses the 1975 Education for All Handicapped Children Act in light of constitutional problems associated with handicapped children who attend parochial schools receiving special education and related services. Reasons how and why present Supreme Court might decide in "Zobrest" case regarding a school district providing a sign…

Cites a case regarding the delivery of a cued speech interpreter to a child in a parochial school. Examines the provisions of special education services in a private school, then examines what the court might consider if it must address the issue of excessive entanglement in the parochial school. (97 references) (MLF)

Reviews cases involving school districts' obligation to pay tuition or reimburse parents for placing children in private special education programs. Discusses state constitutions and statutes, tuition payment ceilings, limiting of options for services, unilateral placements by parents, and placements made before administrative or judicial…

The paper reviews recent court rulings on the appropriateness of programs and services of public school services for handicapped children. Cited are the effects of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and P.L. 94-142, the Education for All Handicapped Children Act. The first three sections address litigation in which courts have…

The monograph interprets individualized education program (IEP) requirements of Part B of Public Law 94-142, the Education for All Handicapped Children Act. After introductory information outlining the purpose of the IEP and basic IEP requirements, a question and answer format of 60 questions provides specific details. Nine inserts highlight major…

The report presents the state of South Carolina's fiscal year 1980 annual special education program plan amendment as mandated by Part B of the Education for All Handicapped Children Act (P.L. 94-142). A right to education policy statement is provided, along with full opportunities, goals, and timelines. Other aspects covered include child…