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50 Years Ago Today

Little Rock High SchoolOn this day in 1957, an equal education was important enough for nine students to risk their lives for nothing more than the right to attend Little Rock High School.

Forget sports greats. Forget movie stars. Forget all of the people whose financial status and/or success makes them the stuff of envy and admiration. These are real heroes.

Take the time to meet the Little Rock Nine, and ask yourself if the approach you take to education (teaching or learning) does them justice. I know I can answer YES.

Warriors Don't CryI also recommend the book Warriors Don’t Cry by Melba Pattillo Beals–one of the Little Rock Nine. I received the book as a Christmas gift from my mom and dad in 1994, and it stands as one of the best history lessons I’ve ever had.

34 Responses to “50 Years Ago Today”

  1. Bonehead Bob

    An article like this must make your parents proud. Seriously!

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