The Education for All Handicapped Children Act of 1975, Public Law 94-142, represents the culmination of a "quiet revolution." The far-ranging provisions of P. L. 94-142 are causing many education personnel, including school counselors, to reevaluate their traditional roles in order to accommodate the needs of handicapped students.…

Screening of students who may require special services by the Indianapolis Public Schools is conducted by Special Service Teams, which are composed of representatives of the special education, social services, psychological services, and guidance departments. The special services offerings of the team, case conferencing, and placement, are…

P.L. 94-142 is the most significant federal legislation ever passed in regard to exceptional children. It mandates a free and appropriate education, including related services such as counseling (as needed), for every exceptional child up to age 21. The counselor's role may include direct work with children referred for behavioral social adaptive…