What are the six key components of the original 1975 IDEA?

The six key components of the original 1975 Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) are:

1. Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) - Ensures that students with disabilities receive meaningful educational benefits at no cost.
2. Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) - Requires that students with disabilities be educated alongside their non-disabled peers to the maximum extent appropriate.
3. Individualized Education Program (IEP) - Mandates the development of a personalized education plan tailored to meet the unique needs of each student with a disability.
4. Parental Involvement - Emphasizes the importance of parents in the educational decision-making process for their child.
5. Procedural Safeguards - Provides protections for students and parents, ensuring rights are respected throughout the educational process.
6. Non-discriminatory Evaluation - Requires that assessments of students with disabilities be fair and comprehensive to determine their eligibility for special education services.