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History of Education

  • The first Latin Grammar School was established

    The first Latin Grammar School was established

    The first Latin Grammar School was established in Boston.
  • Harvard College was established

    Harvard College was established

    The first college was established called Harvard College. This is still a running college to this day.
  • Bill of Rights was passed

    Bill of Rights was passed

    Education became a larger part of the states rather than the national government. Each state was now allowed to establish their own education plans and laws.
  • Plessy v. Ferguson

    Plessy v. Ferguson

    This brought into rule the "separate but equal" doctrine. Segregation was demonstrated greatly after this was passed, leading to the civil rights movement. Attached is a video link that better explains the event.
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  • "Democracy and Education" is established

    "Democracy and Education" is established

    John Dewey published "Democracy and Education." This was established to tie learning with social and communicative activity.
  • Brown v. Board of Education

    Brown v. Board of Education

    Brown v. Board of Education rules that the "separate but equal" doctrine is unconstitutional. This was set in place to end segregation in schools aiming to educate the nation that blacks are equal. Here is a link to learn more about this monumental point in history. Link text
  • The Bible is banned

    The Bible is banned

    The bible was banned in public schools. This was used to stop religious teaching in all public schools.
  • Title IX is passed

    Title IX is passed

    Title IX ended discrimination against girls in terms of education and sports. All aspects had to be equal for both boys and girls.
  • A Nation at Risk

    A Nation at Risk

    The Nation was failing to educate students well. This report described the failure and recommended better preparation for all students.
  • No Child Left Behind act

    No Child Left Behind act

    This act authorizes several federal education programs that were to be administered by the state. This required test taking in reading and math to make sure all students were receiving a high-quality education.