Hockessin Colored School #107c
Hockessin Colored School #107c by Lanette Edwards, published by Arcadia Publishing Incorporated on July 10, 2023, is a detailed exploration of a significant chapter in American educational history. This 130-page book recounts the story of Hockessin Colored School #107C, which played a pivotal role in the landmark desegregation case Brown v. Board of Education in 1954. The narrative highlights the school’s origins, built by the local colored community, and its evolution over 180 years, culminating in its current status as the First State’s Center for Diversity, Inclusion, and Social Equity.
Readers will find a rich historical account that emphasizes the contributions of the Hockessin community to public education and the broader implications of their efforts. The book combines elements of history and photography, offering insights into the legacy of the school and its impact on educational equity in the United States. Through this edition, Edwards sheds light on the often-overlooked stories of resilience and advocacy within the context of the Middle Atlantic region, making it a valuable resource for those interested in local history and social justice.
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Hockessin Colored School #107C became a catalyst for the groundbreaking school desegregation case Brown v. Board of Education in 1954. This seldom-told story is among the nation’s unsung heroes of public education with a life and legacy that spanned over 180 years. Residents of the Hockessin colored community built and operated their own school prior to construction of the 1920 brick school building erected by P.S. duPont. Eventually, descendants of those same residents would witness the closing and conversion of their patrimony. Hockessin Colored School #107C–now the First State’s Center for Diversity, Inclusion, and Social Equity–is a beacon of light and an incubator of history for children throughout the United States.
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