jan 1, 1982 - Plyler v. Doe - 1982

Description:

Plyler v. Doe case struck down Texas states statutes allowing schools to exclude undocumented children from free, public education. The courts determined that it violated the Equal Protections Clause of the 14th Amendment. This case gave greater protections to all English language learners. The ruling stated that it's in the best interest of communities to have the most educated and informed residents.

Added to timeline:

Date: