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California English Language Development Test (CELDT)
The California English Language Development Test (CELDT) is a formal assessment of students' proficiency in English administered in the state of California. The CELDT began its administration in 2001 to assess students in kindergarten through 12th grade who have a home language differing than the English language. -
No Child Left Behind (NCLB)
The No Child Left Behind Act is a reauthorizing of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA). This US Act of Congress focuses on closing student achievement gaps by providing all children with a fair, equal, and significant opportunity to obtain a high-quality education. -
Higher Education Act
The Higher Education Act of 1965 was amended and received changes in 2003, Changes included low and middle income students gaining access to higher education, providing additional funds for graduate studies, and increasing accountability. -
International Association for K-12 Online Learning (iNACOL) Launch
In September 2003, the North American Council for Online Learning was launched as a formal corporate entity as an international K-12 non-profit organization. This represented the interests of administrators, students, and practitioners who were part of the online learning in the US, Mexico, and Canada. -
Early Assessment Program (EAP)
The Early Assessment Program (EAP) was initiated in 2003 to assess high school students for college readiness during grade eleven of high school. Students participate in EAP by completing the Smarter Balanced Summative Assessments for math and English language arts/literacy. -
The Individuals with Disabilities Improvement Act (IDEA 2004)
In 2004, re-authorization and modifications are made to the Individuals with Disabilities Improvement Act (IDEA). These changes will take effect on July 1, 2005. This is a U.S. law that mandates equity, accountability, and excellence in education for children with disabilities. -
Child Nutrition and Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Reauthorization Act
This Act required by law, that a local school wellness policy must be created by school year 2006 by all LEAs (local educational agencies) participating in the National School Lunch Program or other child nutrition programs. This act was passed by Congress due to recognizing that schools play a very important role in nutrition and health in children's lives. Congress wanted to implement a positive nutritional and health change among children in schools. -
Flipped Classroom
In Spring 2007, Jonathan Bergman and Aaron Sams began recording their lectures and made them into video presentations. They then would have students partake in activities during class based on their learning from the videos. A flipped classroom consists of students learning the content before attending class, and then using class time for activities that traditionally are done as homework. This teaching/learning technique was found very effective, which influenced many other teachers to adopt. -
International Association for K-12 Online Learning (iNACOL)
NACOL expanded its reach in October 2008 and became global, therefore becoming the International Association for K-12 Online Learning (iNACOL). -
Common Core State Standards Initiative
In 2009, the state-led effort to develop the Common Core State Standards was launched by state leaders.The standards were divided into two categories: 1. College and career readiness standards, 2. K-12 standards. -
Race to the Top
In 2009, the Race to the Top fund was established.This $4.3 billion fund rewards states for past accomplishments, provides incentives for future improvements, and challenge states to make comprehensive strategies for addressing four main areas of reform that will drive school improvement. -
American Recovery and Reinvestment Act
In 2009, President Barack Obama signed a fiscal stimulus that provides millions of dollars for education including preventing layoffs and for school modernization and repair. -
Kindergarten Readiness Act
The Kindergarten Readiness Act changed students' entry date into kindergarten to September 1. This allows all students whom enter kindergarten for the school year to be five years old. This legislation then requires school districts to provide transitional kindergarten for students who will turn five between September 2-December 2. -
Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010
This Act was passed by Congress in 2010. This Act added new provisions for local school wellness policies related to evaluation, implementation, and reporting on status of local school wellness policies. -
California Adopts Common Core State Standards
On August 2, 2010, California adopts the CCSS. -
Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF)
The Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF) requires school districts to involve parents in planning and decision-making and also in developing Local Control and Accountability Plans (LCAP). This allows parents to be more involved in helping shape their child's education . -
AB 1266
California became the first state in 2013 to give certain rights for transgender K–12 students in state law when Governor Brown signed AB 1266. These rights include the right for transgenders to choose the bathroom or locker room consistent with their gender identity. -
Google Classroom
In May 2014, Google was seeking volunteers to test Google Classroom. Google made their announcement online, resulting in over 100,000 teachers showing interest. That August, Google Classroom was made available to schools. -
Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP)
The Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) is a plan that must be created with input from parents, students, and school employees . The LCAP must focus on the 8 priority areas: basic services, implementation of state standards, course access, student achievement, other student outcomes, student engagement, parent involvement, and school climate. -
Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)
On December 10, 2015 President Obama signed the Every Student Succeeds Act. This Act reauthorized the federal Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) and replaced the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB). -
Smarter Balance Assessment Consortium (SBAC) Implementation
SBAC reached full implementation in schools in 2015. The SBAC assessment is administered as part of California's state testing program to assess student mastery of the CCSS. -
California Multilingual Act 2016
On November 8, 2016, Proposition 58 was approved by voters. This law allows California to bring back bilingual education, by allowing public schools to have more control over dual language acquisition programs. -
Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act
On July 31, 2018, President Trump signed the Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act (Perkins V) which amended the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act (Perkins VI) of 2006. The new law allows more flexibility for states to meet the unique needs of their learners, educators, and employers. -
English Language Proficiency Assessments for California (ELPAC)
The English Language Proficiency Assessments for California (ELPAC) replaced the CELDT in 2018. This state assessment for English language proficiency (ELP) is required to be given to students whose primary language is a language other than English. -
Timeline References
https://www.cde.ca.gov/
http://www.corestandards.org
https://www.nytimes.com
https://www.pbs.org
http://www.smarterbalanced.org/
https://www.elpac.org/
https://www.fns.usda.gov/tn/local-school-wellness-policy
https://www.brighthubeducation.com
https://www.congress.gov/bill/108th-congress/house-bill/3311
http://www.virtualschoolsandcolleges.eu
http://www.eds-resources.com/educationhistorytimeline.html#2000
https://capta.org/focus-areas/lcfflcap/
