Excerpt from Historical Sketch of Schools in Paterson, New Jersey: With Notices of Some Schools in the Vicinity
The Board of Education having unanimously resolved to have the Sketch printed, the manuscript has been revised during the present month, and the work is now submitted to the public, as a slight contribution, of at least local interest, to the vast body of Centennial Literature.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book takes a fascinating journey through the history of education in Paterson, New Jersey. The author meticulously traces the development of schools in the city, from the humble beginnings of the first schoolhouses in the early 18th century, to the establishment of more formal academies and public schools in the 19th century. The reader is provided with a detailed account of the teachers, students, and institutions that shaped the educational landscape of Paterson, offering a glimpse into the social and cultural fabric of the community. The book delves into the evolution of educational practices, exploring the transition from one-room schoolhouses to more structured systems, and revealing the challenges faced in providing accessible and equitable education to all children. The author sheds light on the importance of community involvement and the role of influential individuals in shaping the direction of educational progress. The book provides a valuable historical perspective on the evolution of education in America, demonstrating how early schools were often shaped by the religious and cultural traditions of their time. The reader will gain a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by early educators in providing basic literacy and skills, and the enduring impact of their efforts in laying the foundation for the modern educational system. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781334738814_0
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