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The Wig party pushed for more government involvement in organized education for all children, rich or poor. Organizations start to recieve federal funding for public schooling.
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The Supreme Court ruled "separate but equal", legalizing racial segreation, especially in public schools.
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Segrated schools are deemed "inherently unequal".
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Court orders integration of public schools in Little Rock, Arkansas. A direct conflict between the state and federal government over pride rather than desegregation.
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Civil Rights law in U.S. Education Amendment of 1972 which prohibits discrinimation in education and financial assistance
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Protects the rights of students with disabilities, now known as the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
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Supreme Court ruled it unlawful for Texas to withhold school funds for undocumented children.
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The District Court found it violated 14th Amendment rights to discriminate against athletes based on sexual orientation.
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In California, Proposition 187 passes, banning undocumented children from attending public school. Federal courts deem it unconstitutional however this led to a national rise against immigration.
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Court ruled that reimbursement for private school is acceptable if the private school could not make appropriate accommodations.