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New York State Education Department

TASC Transition Curriculum: Workshop 11

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
You'll C-E-R a difference in classroom achievement after using a helpful lesson plan. Designed for economics, civics, government, and US history classes, participants practice using the CER model to craft arguments about primary and...
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US Department of Education

Us Department of Education: Esea as Amended by Iasa Guidance

For Students 9th - 10th
This site is provided by the US Department of Education. The Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) was amended by the Improving America's Schools Act of 1994 (IASA) to improve our public education system.
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Independence Hall Association

U.s. History: Education

For Students 5th - 8th
A result of one of the social reforms that attacked child labor was the increase in public education. See how education for all was addressed in the late 19th century, and read about the increased availability of higher education for...
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PBS

Pbs News Hour Extra: 'Race to the Top' Aims to Overhaul the u.s. Education System

For Students 9th - 10th
Fixing America's public school system is not an easy task, but Obama has promised that the youth of the country will be prepared to face an "ever-changing global society." Obama has also promised funding, but there are strings attached...
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Other

Washington/office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

For Teachers 9th - 10th
The Office of Superintendent "is the primary agency charged with overseeing K-12 education in Washington." The site covers areas like 'Assessment & Research," Curriculum & Instruction," "Programs & Departments," "Legislature...
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Thomson Reuters

Find Law: u.s. Supreme Court: Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka (1955)

For Students 9th - 10th
Transcript of the Supreme Court's opinion in the 1955 Brown II case decision, which placed increased emphasis on implementing the 1954 Brown decision to desegregate public schools, thus overturning the 1896 decision in Plessy vs....
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US Department of Education

Us Department of Education: Especially for Parents

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Vital information for parents who want to actively engage in their child's education. Find a Back to School checklist, School Information, a Parents Guide to No Child Left Behind, and Publications for Parents.
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US Department of Education

Us Department of Education: Especially for Parents

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Vital information for parents who want to actively engage in their child's education. Find a Back to School checklist, School Information, a Parents Guide to No Child Left Behind, and Publications for Parents.
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US Navy

Us Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps

For Students 9th - 10th
Are you interested in learning about the US Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps? Check out the education and training command, along with general ROTC information.
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Other

Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund

For Students 9th - 10th
MALDEF offers many resources to the Mexican American community. Here anyone can learn about public policy, have access to laws regarding citizenship and equal access, and read news and events regarding the Mexican American community.
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US Geological Survey

Us Geological Survey: Mt. Rainier

For Students 9th - 10th
Extensive information on Mt. Rainier in Washington. Links to current information, background information, visit a volcano, items of interest, publications and reports, educational outreach, menus of interest and useful links.
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Other

The History of Gifted and Talented Education

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Check out a "Timeline of Key Dates in Gifted and Talented Education," which starts in the late 19th century and provides notes on the development of intelligence testing, the publication of giftedness resources, and the establishment of...
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Other

Distribution of Toxic Waste Sites and Public Housing

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides an index of maps dealing with the distribution of toxic waste sites. It also includes maps and information about public housing within one mile of toxic waste sites in the US and Texas.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Us History: 1945 1980:civil Rights Act 1964/voting Rights Act 1965

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the civil rights legislation that outlawed discrimination in jobs, education, housing, public accommodations, and voting.
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US Department of Education

Us Department of Education: Explore Financial Aid

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the US Department of Education provides this comprehensive government publication on grants, loans, and work-study programs. Each piece of information can be accessed by clicking on the corresponding link.
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US Department of Education

U. S. Department of Education: What to Expect Your First Year of Teaching

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Veteran teachers provide advice for first-year teachers in this publication titled, "What to Expect Your First Year of Teaching."
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US Department of Education

U. S. Department of Education: What to Expect Your First Year of Teaching

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Veteran teachers provide advice for first-year teachers in this publication titled, "What to Expect Your First Year of Teaching."
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US House of Representatives

History, Art, and Archives: Us House of Representatives: Legislative Interests

For Students 9th - 10th
The goals of third generation congresswomen were aimed at creating opportunities for women in education and the workplace. Women members continued to play a prominent part in legislation on diverse national concerns, ranging from Cold...
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: The Start of the Space Race

For Students 9th - 10th
Looks at the USSR's launch of Sputnik and the galvanizing effect it had on America's motivation to fund aerospace research. NASA was soon formed and more funding was put in place for public education in the sciences and math.
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Other

Overview of Discipline Procedures for Students Receiving Special Education Services [Pdf]

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
This flowchart provides a guideline for the steps to be taken when school officials deem that disciplinary removal is necessary for a special education student. From the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction.
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Thomson Reuters

Find Law: u.s. Supreme Court: Swann v. Board of Education (1971)

For Students 9th - 10th
The decision for Swann vs. Board of Education of Charlotte-Mecklenburg, concerning the integration and desegration of public schools.
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US House of Representatives

History, Art, and Archives: Us House of Representati: Institutional Developments

For Students 9th - 10th
The fourth generation of Congresswomen brought national attention to women's issues which helped them pass laws in the areas of health, education, and concerns in the workplace. Women held positions on key committees and had the backing...
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US House of Representatives

History, Art, and Archives: Us House of Representatives: New Patterns

For Students 9th - 10th
Women elected to Congress between 1955-1976 were well-educated and often leaders in business and society. They had clear goals they wanted to accomplish that centered around issues that affected women's lives. This feminism shaped their...
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Other

Washington: Assessment and Research

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This state site is the gateway to information on Washington's state academic standards and to results on various state assessments (the Washington Assessment of Student Learning, Iowa Tests of Basic Skills, and Iowa Tests of Educational...