Free Appropriate Public Education


"The term 'free appropriate public education' means special education and related services that (a) have been provided at public expense, under public supervision and direction, and without charge; (b) meet the standards of the State educational agency; (c) include an appropriate preschool, elementary, or secondary school education in the State involved; and (d) are provided in conformity with the individualized education program required under section 614(d)." [Section 602(8)]