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John Locke's “Some Thoughts Concerning Education”
For over a century, it was the most important philosophical work on education in England. Discussed the views on educating upper class boys. -
First Publicly Supported Library
The first publicly supported library was established in Charles Town in 1968. 2 years later the first public library law is passed. -
Declaration of Independence
It announced that the 13 colonies would be independent of the British. It was first adopted by the second continental congress. -
The Bill of Rights
The Bill of Rights is the first 10 amendments to the Constitution. It gives the rights of Americans in relation to their government. -
Roberts v. City of Boston
A court case seeking to end discrimination in Boston public schools. Supreme Court ruled in favor of Boston public schools in denying African Americans into Boston schools. -
Abraham Lincoln
Abraham Lincoln is elected as President in 1861. He led the nation through the American Civil War. -
19th Amendment
The 19th amendment guarantees all women the right to vote. It was adopted as the culmination of women’s suffrage -
First Scholastic Aptitude Test
The SATs are a widely test for college admissions in the US. Since it’s debut the test has changed a lot into what it is today. -
No Child Left Behind Act
U.S. Act of Congress that reauthorized the Elementary and Secondary Education Act. Required states to develop assessments in basic skills. -
Virginia Tech Shooting
One of the deadliest school shooting in US history. At the time it was the deadliest mass shooting by a lone gunman.
