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Common Schools of the 1830's
The common schools gave every kid the right to free public education and was important in teaching them the core knowledge needed to obtain jobs in a democratic society. This shaped what classes in today's society look like. It was the first step into timed classes, professional teachers, and lesson plans. The basic structure of everyday school in the modern era is constructed off of these beliefs. -
Brown v. Board of Education
Reversing the "Separate but equal" court ruling (Plessy v. Ferguson) lifted the segregation of schools and began a change of culture in the classroom and in society. The ability for all American students to have equal materials and schools was beneficial for the learning aspect. With that it also shaped the race relations in the classroom. Students working together as one was important for history in education because it wasn't always that way. -
Sputnik
Forcing money into the fields of science in schools led to more Americans becoming technologically advanced and overall enhanced the feelings towards science in the classroom. This impacted America with the building of new technologies that are used today. Without the space race the lack of education on science would only negatively affect schools and society in America making many Americans resort to old, less productive strategies. -
The Elementary and Secondary education Act
The idea of social welfare in schools impacted so many children's lives and still does today. Free breakfast for all students makes them show up on time, and come more focused and ready for the lesson. It also makes students feel less different. Before if a family was struggling financially that student would be pointed out. This act recognizes that every student and their families are different and that people don't know the whole story of each student. -
No Child Left Behind Act
This act helped students in the minority, immigrant, and special needs categories. This struck down the unfair gap between students races, ethnicities, and backgrounds. All students who attend school have the right to resources necessary in order to learn and complete tasks in the classroom, which makes the environment overall positive.
