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Educational Timeline Infographic

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Created on April 16, 2023

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A FEW IMPORTANT DATES IN US EDUCATION

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1635

1779

1916

1919

The first public school is founded in Massachusetts.

Thomas Jefferson proposes a bill for public education.

John Dewey publishes a book focusing on classroom democracy.

All states now have laws providing funds for school transportation.

1867

1918

1974

1647

The Department of Education is established.

All states now have laws in place that children are required to attend at least elementary school.

The Equal Educational Opportunities Act is passed.

The first law for public schools is passed.