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History of public Education

  • Boston Latin School

    Boston Latin School
    As the oldest and first Public school in the united states the Boston Latin School has always held the classics as the basis of an educated mind. Many great Americans are alumni such as John Adams and Thomas Paine.
  • Horace Mann

    Horace Mann
    Mann believed that Education should be universal, nonsectarian and free. rather than passive memorization Mann encouraged students to ask questions and arrive at conclusions for themselves through group discussion in a caring and humane environment.
  • John Dewey

    John Dewey
    Dewey's belief that larger society was a vital component of education helped bring progressive ideas into the classroom. he is responsible for implementing the scientific method into American public education.
  • National School Lunch Act

    National School Lunch Act
    The Act provided food for students across the nation improving their well being and making it easier for more students to attend school. better fed students are able to accomplish more and get more out of their education.
  • Individuals with Disabilities Education Act

    Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
    IDEA Ensures that all children with an identified disability receive special education and related services to address their individual needs. That children with disabilities be prepared for employment and independent living and their rights and that the rights of children with disabilities and their families are protected under the law.