Timeline of Federal Support for K–12 Education
Evolution of U.S. Elementary and Secondary Education Policy
1958 — The National Defense Education Act strengthens instruction in science, mathematics, and modern languages. 1964 — The Civil Rights Act provides support for schools and colleges during desegregation. 1965 — Congress passes the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), authorizing funds for professional development, instructional materials, and resources to support education programs and the promotion of parental involvement. It is designed to address education inequality. Amendments provide grants to States for the education of children with disabilities. 1967 — The Bilingual Education Act offers Federal aid to local school districts to help them address the needs of students with…
