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Ruby Bridges attends all-white school
Ruby Bridges is the first African-American to attend an all white school (William Frantz Elementary School). This ambition paves the way for the education of future African American children. Furthermore, this means more diverse classrooms and equal opportunity. -
Association for Children with Learning Disabilities is created
This group was founded to provide children with disabilities support in the classroom, so they may receive equal education. This group impacts how people with disabilities will receive an education, and eliminating barriers due to a handicap. -
Head Start Program Begins
Head Start program begins initially as a summer program for low income families. Eventually, this program evolves into something much bigger. This program allows addition support to children who may be at a disadvantage, thus creating a more equal education. -
Higher Education Act of 1965 Established
The Higher Education Act of 1965 was established to provide financial aid on a need basis for low income families. This includes the early beginnings of grants and student loans. By establishing this Act, it provides more opportunities to students who may not have the finances to continue their education otherwise. -
Elementary and Secondary Education Act established
After the assassination of JFK, Lynden Johnson establishes this act to help ensure children from low-income families receive and education. By receiving a assistance, and a better education, these children are put on a track to succeed. This act assisted in the creation of bilingual education. -
Bilingual Education Act founded
Bilingual Education Act was founded to recognize the need for a bilingual education, to provide equal opportunities, regardless of language barriers. This Act allows more diverse classrooms, and the spread of different cultures, which is crucial for the advancement in society. -
Title IX
This law is a part of the Federal Civil Rights Laws, and is part of the Education Amendment. Under this law, there can be no discriminations based on sex in any public school. This protects everyone in public schools, and is crucial to ensure everyone receives equal education. -
American Indian Higher Education Consortium
Federal law protects and recognizes "tribal colleges" on American Indian reservations. Therefore, this allows American Indians the opportunity to gain and education, without leaving their families. Therefore, this law creates an equal education for all, and remains sensitive to the individual needs and desires of this group of people. -
Teach for America is founded
Teach for America is a nonprofit founded to employ the most prestigious teachers to teach in low-income communities. -
Common Core State Standards Initiative is Established
Common Core State Standards Initiative is guidelines set to ensure educational standards are uniform for each state. This particular standard is also said to better prepare students for college level courses. This shaped multicultural education by leveling the education standards, so one group of students isn't placed at a higher advantage than others.
