This act or law asserts that if a student is found to have a disability, schools must assure the student is given accommodations for his or her disability and taught within the "least restrictive environment," which often is a regular classroom.

A) FERPA
B) Carl Perkins Act (PL 98-524)
C) Civil Rights Acts (1964 and amendments)
D) PL94-142 and IDEA
E) Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)

IDEA

Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, a U.S. law ensuring services to children with disabilities throughout the nation.

Disability

A physical or mental condition that limits a person's movements, senses, or activities.

Least Restrictive Environment

A principle in special education ensuring that a student with disabilities receives an education in a setting that allows for the highest degree of participation in the regular school environment possible.