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The pilgrims are puritans were the first to establish a schooling system. They were the first to write books for their children and establish a firm educational system.
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Ben Franklin established the first public library along with a new high school that focused on students adult lives. This led to a growth of high schools throughout the U.S.
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Horace Mann established Normal Schools which focused on teaching as a profession. The classroom is where students focus was on learning.
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The forming of the AFT was significant because teachers voices could now be heard. Teachers, having their own organization, could now call for social change through policy.
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This was vital ruling that ended segregation in schools. This would mark the beginning/start to the fight for integration into schools.
