History of Education 1865-2016

By Sophia_Taylor

  • Department of Education

    Department of Education
    The Department of Education is created in order to help states establish effective school systems.

  • The Society to Encourage Studies at Home

    The Society to Encourage Studies at Home
    It's purpose is to allow women the opportunity for study and enlightenment and becomes the first correspondence school in the United States.

  • Civil Rights Act

    Civil Rights Act
    The Civil Rights Act is passed, banning segregation in all public accommodations. The Supreme Court rules it unconstitutional in 1883.

  • Junior High Schools are Opened

    Junior High Schools are Opened
    In order to improve high school graduation rates, the Columbus Ohio School Board authorizes the creation of junior high schools. Indianola Junior High School opens that fall and becomes the first junior high school in the U.S.

  • Progressive Education Association

    Progressive Education Association
    The Progressive Education Association is founded with the goal of reforming American education.

  • Massachusetts Education Reform Act

    Massachusetts Education Reform Act
    1993 - The Massachusetts Education Reform Act requires a common curriculum and statewide tests (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System). As has often been the case, other states follow Massachusetts' lead and implement similar, high-stakes testing programs.