May Friend Bennett: A Memoir

""May Friend Bennett: A Memoir"" is a biographical account of the life of May Friend Bennett, a prominent figure in the field of education in the early 20th century. Written by Marie Farnsworth Willcox, a former student of Bennett's, the book chronicles Bennett's upbringing, education, and career as an educator and administrator.Bennett was born in 1872 in Iowa, and grew up in a family that valued education and community service. After completing her own education, she began teaching in rural schools before eventually moving to California to work in the public school system. She quickly rose through the ranks, becoming a principal and then a superintendent, and eventually serving as the president of the National Education Association.Throughout her career, Bennett was a passionate advocate for educational reform and social justice. She fought for equal pay for female teachers, better working conditions for educators, and improved access to education for all students, regardless of their race or socioeconomic status. She also played a key role in the development of the progressive education movement, which emphasized hands-on learning, critical thinking, and student-centered teaching.Willcox's memoir provides a detailed and intimate portrait of Bennett, drawing on personal anecdotes and insights to paint a vivid picture of this remarkable woman. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of education or the role of women in leadership, as well as those looking for inspiration from a trailblazing figure who dedicated her life to making a difference in the world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.