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In 1821, the first pubilc highschool is opened
The English Classical School opened in 1821. This school contained 101 male students, and was located in Boston. This was one of the first major steps I noted in education. (https://thebronxchronicle.com/2017/05/25/first-public-high-school-english-classical-school/) -
In 1821, the first pubilc highschool is opened
The first public high school, The English Classical School of Boston, is opened in 1821. The school's original population was 101 male individuals seeking a new form of education. This was a major step for education, as later millions would access education through the public school system. -
1849, Elizabeth Blackwell graduated
During this year, Elizabeth Blackwell graduated from Geneva Medical College, becoming the first woman to graduate from medical school. This stirred hope in many women looking into higher education. Elizabeth Blackwell paved the way for many women in education to come. -
1925, The "Monkey Trail" Occurs
In a 1925 case of Tennessee vs. John Scopes, a high school biology teacher is charged with the crime of teaching evolution. This topic is one that still continues to be a sore subject for some. However, his teachings were still in violation of the Butler Act. -
1954, Brown vs Board of Education
In 1954 the Brown vs Board of Education is ruled on, which took one of the first historic steps in equality in education. Without this case, who knows what diversity we would have in schools today.
(https://www.history.com/topics/black-history/brown-v-board-of-education-ruling-video)(http://www.timetoast.com) -
1959, The first ACT test is administered
The ACT was first introduced by a professor at the University of Iowa. This form of test was created to be used as a competitor to the ACT. For students in our area, this was a major change for education as a whole. -
1965, Project Head Start beigns
The educational project for children, Head Start, begins. This program starts as an eight-week summer school program for preschool aged children coming from low income areas/families. This "project" of Head Start is still around today, and has given better equal opportunity in education throughout the country, making it very significant to the history of education. -
1985, Microsoft Windows 1.0 is released
In 1985, technology had greatly explained. Microsoft Windows 1.0 was new to the world, and had been officially released. This helped kickstart competitiveness in technological consumerism, but also created the idea of more technology being brought into the schools. The use of technology is growing more and more within classrooms, and this important date helped contribute to that. -
1990, IDEA
In 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act becomes a law. This prohibits discrimination against those with disabilities in all areas, including education. This was another step in providing equal opportunity to students across the nation, making it another impactful moment in educational history. -
1999, Columbine shooting
On the unforgettable day, April 20th, 1999, the first major school shooting had taken place. This frightful shooting established fear in students across the nation, as well as in those close to them. Since this event many more school shootings have taken place, leaving the nation to wonder what will come of it all. This is a major event in educational history, with it being the first violent shooting of its kind. -
2018, Students standing up for gun control
On March 14th, 2018, students across the nation peacefully protested gun violence happening more than ever. At 10:00 a.m. students from New York City to Santa Monica fled peacefully from their classrooms, paying homage to those lost to gun violence and demanding change throughout the US. This event will stand out in educational history because of the thousands of students protesting for their own safety in school.
