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First school established in America
The Boston Latin School was founded in what is now known Boston -
First Public School Opens
Gave a chance for any student to get a good education for free. -
First Mandatory Attendance law
Set the bar that education is crucial to a Child's success and that they need to be in school to further their education. -
measurement movement
Had students take a placement test to figure out how well educated they are -
Brown vs The board of Education
This mandated that all school be inclusive and no more black schools or white schools. -
Central High
Forced the inclusion of African Americans into high school in Arkansas -
head start program
Gave children with a lower income the chance for emotional support as well as food to help them learn. -
IDEA
Gave free appropriate education for students with disabilities so that the school can be a more inclusive place for everyone. -
A Nation at Risk
Gave a Report that America is falling further behind in the race for a better education and we quickly revamped the school system -
No Child Left Behind
Ensured that teacher work extra hard to bring up the children who may be falling behind in school.