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Establishment of the First Public High School
It was clear that there was a need for high schools to continue educating students for their future jobs. The introduction of the first public high school in Boston played a crucial role in the way schools operate in todays society. These schools allowed more children, mostly young men, to continue their education farther than the basics they learned in primary school. Adding a high school level allowed students to continue working toward a higher education and this is still in place today. -
Child Labor and Compulsory Attendance Laws
Enforcing child labor and compulsory attendance laws changed the way education was viewed. The enrollment of students increased substantially because less children were allowed to work due to the child labor laws. The compulsory attendance laws required students to attending school, which ensured that students were getting the education they needed. These laws are still impacting education today because children are getting more education than ever before and are required to be at school. -
Brown v. Board of Education
I choose the influencial Brown v. Board of Education court case because it is was a pivotal point in the history of United States education. This court case allowed all children, regardless of race, to have an equal opportunity at getting an education. It had a major impact on todays classrooms because our schools now have diversity and allow each child to receive an education. -
Education for All Handicapped Children
The Education for All Handicapped Children Act was a huge turning point in education for children with disabilities. This act allowed children with disabilities to participate in public schools along with their peers. It made sure that these students were getting the same education as all other children and had the necessary support to succeed in school. Today we can see the benefits of children with disabilities interacting and learning with their peers in the same classroom. -
No Child Left Behind
The 2002 No Child Left Behind Act had a major impact on the way schools operated. The act was a way for the schools to be held accountable for the success of their students. It affected schools because it lead to school having higher standards for hiring teachers. Also, teachers had to start teaching material based around the required standardized testing. This Act shifted the way kids are taught in our classrooms today and how teacher are educated.
