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Public School
The first public school opened , Boston Latin School. This led to the expansion of schools for the next four centuries. -
First Press
The first press is set up at Harvard College. This allowed for the publication of written materials, such as books and worksheets. -
The Massachusetts Act of 1642
This act required parents to provide their children with basic education, like reading and writing skills. This was important because it was the start of the expansion of education. -
First Education Law
Massachusetts made it a requirement for all towns over 50 families to have a reading and writing teacher. As well as all towns with over 100 families, to have a school. This was important because it was the start of all towns receiving the proper education. -
Creation of school books
The New England primer is printed, becoming the most used schoolbook. This led to the establishment of textbooks. -
Equality
The first public girls' school opens in America. Although, women were mainly taught cooking , cleaning and enough math to grocery shop, it played a major role in the coming years. This led to the increase in female teachers . -
Black students
Anthony Benezet, the founder of the first girls' public school, also taught black people in his home. This contributed to more slaves beginning to read and write , starting uprisings. -
Dictionary
Noah Webster introduced the first dictionary , teaching correct grammar and spelling. This is important because it has become an endlessly used resource . -
Racial Upcomings
The first African free school opened in New York. This was a step closer for African Americans to justice and desegregation in public schools. -
Public vs. Private
Pennsylvania calls for free education for the poor and the rich are to pay for their education . This created private and public schools. -
Hartford Female Seminary
Catherine Beecher opens the Hartford Female Seminary, allowing women to get an equal education. Women were taught all important subjects, instead of cooking and cleaning. -
Open to everyone
Massachusetts opened up all grades of public school to everyone. This allowed everyone to attend public schools regardless of their social class. -
Reform Schools
Massachusetts opens the first reform school at Westboro. Children who do not want to go to school, are sent here to ensure they are receiving an education. -
Attendance
Massachusetts passed the first attendance law. This is to stop children from roaming the streets and to require them to get their education. -
Federal Department of Education
This was established to enforce educational laws and collect data on schools. This helped create effective school systems. -
Smith-Hughes Act
This act provided federal funding for vocational education. This allows students to receive hands on experiences in their future field of study. -
Elementary
A law was passed that all children were to at least complete elementary. This ensure children were receiving the basics of education. -
Transpotation
A law was passed stating all states had to provide transportation to school for students. This ensured all students were able to make it to school. -
Brown v. Board of Education
This case ruled racial segregation of children in public was unjust. This was important because it allowed all students, regardless of their differences, received the same education. -
No Child Left Behind Act
This act states that students must obtain certain test scores before moving up in grade levels. This is important to ensure students are being taught the correct content and achieving academic standards.
