Which of the following is NOT a principle mandated by Public Law 94-142?

The principle that is not mandated by Public Law 94-142, also known as the Education for All Handicapped Children Act, is the Zero Tolerance Policy. This law focuses on ensuring that students with disabilities receive a free appropriate public education (FAPE) and includes specific principles designed to protect the rights of these students.

Public Law 94-142 includes the principles of Nondiscriminatory Evaluation, which requires that students be assessed fairly and accurately to determine their eligibility for special education services. Due Process provisions ensure that parents and students have legal rights regarding educational decisions and dispute resolutions. The Individualized Education Program (IEP) is a central element of the law, demanding that each eligible student receives a tailored educational plan to meet their unique needs.

The Zero Tolerance Policy, while it may be a relevant topic in discussions about school discipline, is not a principle outlined in Public Law 94-142. This policy often refers to strict consequences for specific behaviors, particularly related to violence or drug use, and is not a focus of the legislation aimed at educational rights for children with disabilities.