Themes in American History

      Throughout the 20th century, New York educational system has undergone much transition in response to our changing society. Though there have been many problems raised throughout the years in regard to what our school systems should be teaching our children, there have also been many developments. 
      In the earlier part of the 20th century, African-Americans were segregated within schools. They were placed into lower-class school systems with little extra-curricular activities, limited resources, and lower quality teachers. 
However, education has continued to evolve in order to meet society’s demands in the final decades of the 20th century. The transformation of society has created numerous problems in the educational system. These problems consist of the segregation of races, religions, social classes, and politics. At this time, religion played a major role on the educational system in the sense that all types of religious groups were represented in the American school system, but they were challenged with how they could be loyal to their religions beliefs. With the ‘Pledge of Allegiance’ present, some people felt as though the values of Americans and the “Creators'” beliefs should be taught in the classrooms.
 
      Furthermore, Philadelphia has a rich history of transit and some of the best neighborhoods in the city.
The  mass production of automobiles and trucks, building a highway system. Spin-offs included motels and drive-in facilities. For example: Telecommunications-Creating systems ranging from the telephone and radio to television and satellite communications. A byproduct was navigation aids for ships and airplanes.  
Also, developing a system of research centers, hospitals, clinics, and special diagnostic and emergency services for virtually the entire population. This extended our life span by many years.

                                                                                 Philadelphia Architects and Buildings

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