### Question
How does the law define free appropriate public education?


### Answer
Under *20 U.S.C. § 1401*, **free appropriate public education** is defined as:

> 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 1414(a)(5) of this title

#### Citation:
  - *20 U.S.C. § 1401*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 33-EDUCATION OF INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES > SUBCHAPTER I-GENERAL PROVISIONS**

