From its humble beginnings to a expanding campus, this volume chronicles the growth of Western State Normal School and the people who built its future. The text traces the school’s early years, the move to a hilltop campus, and the steady rise of buildings, programs, and a capable faculty. It highlights generous state support, the development of new departments, and the creation of model rural schools, libraries, and training facilities. Throughout, the focus stays on the people who shaped the school—the administrators, teachers, and devoted staff who fostered a culture of camaraderie and learning.
Ideal for readers interested in early 20th-century education, school history, and the people who shaped a regional institution.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book takes readers on a journey through the history of a unique institution, chronicling its growth from a humble vision to a thriving hub of learning. The author paints a vivid picture of the early days, when two forward-thinking individuals, President Waldo and Dr. Burnham, dared to envision a normal school atop a barren hill. Their vision, captured in this book, not only shaped the schoolââ â¢s physical landscape but also its spirit of community and democratic values. We see the school evolve from its humble beginnings to its eventual expansion, with the addition of buildings and departments, culminating in a comprehensive, state-of-the-art facility. The book offers a captivating glimpse into the early days of education and highlights the importance of vision, perseverance, and dedication in establishing a successful institution. This book serves as a reminder of the enduring power of dreams, and the lasting legacy of those who dare to dream big. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781528159357_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781528159357
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781528159357
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Vendeur : Buchpark, Trebbin, Allemagne
Etat : Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Seiten: 272 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. N° de réf. du vendeur 30310404/2
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