Stands for a "free, appropriate public education " Used to describe special education rights
A Free Appropriate Public Education --Special Education and, if necessary, related services designed to meet the individual needs of each student, based on an individual education plan
Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE)- Federal law, defined by IDEA, a right of any autistic or disabled child, from birth to age 18
Free appropriate public education; special education and related services provided in conformity with an IEP; are without charge; and meets standards of the SEA