U.S schools in the 1970's

By gojugurl

  • Serrano vs. Priest

    Serrano vs. Priest
    California Supreme Court ordered that the state develop a more equal system for funding its K-12 schools. This established important principals that have framed the continuing struggles for educational equity in the state.

  • Title 9

    Title 9
    "No person in the U.S. shall on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits, or be subjected to discrimination under any education progrmam or activity receiving Federal financial assistance."

  • Education for All Handicapped Children Act

    Education for All Handicapped Children Act
    Enacted by Congress. Required all public schools accepting federal funds to provide equal access to education for children with disabilities. Let to mainstreaming and an increase in Special Education classes.

  • Proposition 13

    Proposition 13
    An amendment of the Constitution of California by means of initiative process. Reduced state income significantly. Started a tax payer revolt across the U.S. Had a major impacyt on school funding.