History of Education Timeline by Rachel Campos

1860’s

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The establishment of common schools. The Horace Manns advocacy.

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Plessy v. Ferguson, legitimizing racial segregation in schools.

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Women’s Suffrage movement influenced educational opportunities for women.

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Brown v. Board of Education, declaring racial segregation in public schools unconstitutional.

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Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) and No Child Left Behind (NCLB) begins addressing inequalities.

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Individuals with Disabilities Educational Act (IDEA) is enacted to ensure services for children with disabilities.

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Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) further supports educational rights for individuals with disabilities.

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No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB) is signed into law, focusing on accountability in education.

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Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) replaces NCLB, promoting local control.

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Shift to online education due to the COVID-19 pandemic highlights disparities in access.

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Ongoing discussions about equity in education in response to racial and economic injustices.

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Increasing focus on social-emotional learning and mental health in schools.