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Engel vs. Vitale
Ruled the practice of "official state prayer" as unconstitutional. Ended the forced indoctrination of prayer in Christo Judeo religious practice in public schools. -
War on Poverty
This social welfare legislation was intended to help end poverty by providing more equitable distribution of resources to all families such as educational opportunities, medical care and housing. -
Voting Rights Act
Signed by President Johnson to overcome legal barriers at local and state levels that prevented African Americans from voting. This act empowered African Americans to vote for representatives that voted for their socio economic and political interests. -
East LA Walkout a.k.a. Chicano Blowout
Los Angeles Chicano high school students walked out of school protesting unequal conditions in LA schools. Quality of education for Chicanos was inferior to what Anglo students were receiving in their schools. -
Lanier vs. Edgewood
Chicano students walk out of San Antonio schools in response to vocational curriculum in the low income trades being the only curriculum available to them.Students were treated as culturally inferior and WASP indoctrination was being forced on them. -
Title IX
Title IX prohibits discrimination based on sex. It created opportunities for girls in school athletics. -
National Association for Ethnic Studies
Developed and established the curriculum for Native American, Chicano, Puerto Rican and Asian American studies. Taught appreciation for cultural diversity and contributions. -
DACA students and SAR
DACA (Deferred Action Childhood Arrival) students are able to receive SAR (Student Aid Report) money to attend college. This allows students an opportunity to achieve the American dream and contribute to society regardless of their immigration status. -
Transgender Bathrooms in California
Protects transgender students by allowing them to use bathroom according to their sexual orientation. This allows them the dignity and legal protection afforded other students to a safe learning environment. -
Ethnic Studies Mandatory for High School Graduation
Ethnic Studies is mandatory for graduation in certain California high schools. This is to promote appreciation of diversity and create a culture of tolerance.
