She believed that by helping people gain knowledge it would result in better lives. She was a well know social worker who impacted many people’s lives. Reading about her life encourages me to work hard in college, because she believed in the importance of education. I admire how she has a heart for helping people and that is the reason I want to become a social worker, to be able to help as many people as possible. She saw that there was a need for education in the poor communities in Chicago and she went out and did something about the problem. As social workers, when we see there is a need in our community to go out and create a way to help fix the problem the best way we…
The way Mary Ann Shadd Cary inspired me is that she accomplished many things. She did many things in two years that not many people do in their lifetime. Also, she did many things that I always wanted to do, like stand up for what I believe in.…
After attending high school at Roy Miller High School in Corpus Christi, Texas from 1953 to 1958. After graduating with at class of 475 students she went on to work and junior collage as she helped her husband trough collage as she explained, “There wasn’t money for college so I got a job at a Savings and Loan as a Teller. I put my husband thru college in Arlington, Texas.” As she continued about some major things in history that she could remember she said, “in Dallas witch is near where we were living at the time Kennedy was assassinated. Everyone was in…
People didn’t acknowledge fellow humans as actual humans, you were either known by your race or your financial situation but Biddy Mason didn’t think the way others did. She gave what she could to all races no matter how poor or how wealthy they were. She made sure to donate money and clothes to charities and she never missed out on trips to the “jail inmates whom she visited often” She made an impact on society in the 1800s by showing them we were all the same no matter the gender, race, or past (from slavery to entrepreneur, Biddy Mason). Not only did she impact the 1800s but she inspired everyone in today’s…
The eight historical figures that have gathered together are now shuffling to their seats, preparing for the long night ahead. This assembly is held every year for people who had once lived long ago to reminisce in their previous accomplishments. Each attendee share a story that they have prepared, telling each other individual something exciting that has happened in their life. Whoever, with the most exciting or entertaining story wins a secret award…thus bringing out the competitive side in each person. It has been rumored this prize is more extravagant than years prior, so prepare yourself, reader, for these upcoming subsequent events may get a tad…interesting.…
Eudora Welty was born in Jackson, Mississippi on April 13, 1909. She was the oldest of three children and the only girl of a very close-knit family. Her father, Christian Webb Welty, was an Ohio native who worked for an insurance company. Her mother, Mary Chestina Welty, had been a schoolteacher in West Virginia. Welty’s mother, being a schoolteacher, loved to read and influenced Welty to read at a young age. In her biography, Welty tells about her earliest memories of her parents reading to her and to each other at night. She was always surrounded by books and was always reading. Her love of reading led her to graduate high school and further her education, which most girls during this time…
This investigation will explore the question: To what extent did Clara Barton’s service challenge society’s view of a woman? The scope of this investigation is over Clara Barton’s life specifically during her time in the Civil War (1861- 1865) and the impact that Clara Barton’s may have had during this time regarding the role of women in society. These sources will demonstrate how Clara Barton impacted society and changed the perception of women. They do this by providing insight into parts of Clara Barton’s life that are often not discussed and the implications of her actions on the entire Civil War society.…
“I am not one of those who believe - broadly speaking - that women are better than men. We have not wrecked railroads, nor corrupted legislatures, nor done many unholy things that men have done; but then we must remember that we have not had the chance,”-Jane Addams. Jane Addams is known as social worker, because of her passion for helping others. But, behind her courageous act to help others she came from a broken family with many obstacles to face. It all started in the fall of 1887, Laura Jane Addams was born. Her parents were John and Sarah Addams. Her mother was not in her life for very long, she died giving birth to a child who also died. Leaving Jane with her seven siblings, and father. From then on Jane’s life was not very bright, she…
This essay I read called Graduation told a story about a young Middle School African American girl named Maya Angelou, who was graduating and was moving on to High School back in 1940. She was from a small town in Arkansas and was extremely excited to be graduating. She had high hopes for the future and right before the graduation ceremony, she felt like she was the birthday girl, the center of attention. She had done well for herself throughout the school year with very good academic grades and no tardiness and no absence. Her mom was proud and couldn't wait to see her daughter graduate, her mom even made her a nice dress. They had a guest speaker at the graduation ceremony his name was Mr. Donleavy. His introduction speech to the graduates had put the black race down while he praised the white kids and said they were going to be doing much better. that speech by Mr. Donleavy had really upset her. It made her feel really low about being black. Right after the speech one of her classmates went up to speak, his name was Henry Reed. He was the valedictorian. He read a poem that gave her hope and brought her back up in good spirits. She once again felt good about the color of her skin. The graduating class was happy and was encouraged by Henry Reed's speech, they felt like the black race was on top again.…
Jane Addams of Cedarville, Illinois, is anything except ordinary. She was a member and founder of the Settlement House Movement. Along with her companion Ellen Starr, Addams founded the Hull House, which is located in Chicago. If that is not enough, she was also the first woman from America to be awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. You may wonder how this woman was able to fulfill all of her achievements, being a girl from a small community in Illinois. She was from a large family; her father was a well-to-do gentleman; her mother was very kind, she also had five brothers and sisters. When her mother died, her father remarried and they had two new step- brothers. Jane and her father had a very special relationship; he was there to encourage her and pursue a higher education. Even though it was expected of most women to get married and become housewives during that time, Jane was not going to settle for an average life. She attended Rockford Seminary for young ladies. She was one of the smartest and well liked people in her school, yet she wanted more. Her parents discouraged her aspirations to obtain a degree in medicine by taking her on a trip to Europe. She became very ill on the duration of this trip and had to return home. Upon arrival, her father passed away which sent Jane into a deep depression. After a long recovery period, she left home for Europe again, but this time, she visited the Toynbee Hall in England.…
A teacher tried meeting everybody's needs. She taught history, a subject that needs a different approach than many other subjects. In order to do well one must to fully understand why and how something happened. Without a background and understanding, the events of history aren't significant. She showed examples of how something happened, while going into deep explanations while she was presenting the information. She displayed were photos, movies, music, or even acted events out. The stories she told helped students understand the information while giving them the background the students needed on why it was happening, or how it was happening. Making it relate to the student made them care more. Part of the reason she taught this way is because she knew she was teaching students challenging material, but made it possible to have a full understanding.…
In this world of billions, she could be seen as a tragic hero… One who has a brief fame, but soon reaches their accident to make themselves fall. Only too true senses, she is seen as an epic-hero, one who goes to the underworld and back to fight for what she wants. Since Greek Mythology, a new superior epic-hero has been discovered. Rumour has it that she has a tough bark, but an even tougher bite! She concentrates on goals that no matter how much it takes, she will charge through a brick wall - literally- to accomplish them. Yes, she has a tougher bite; she fights monsters on a daily basis while taking hardly any days off. This hero we have been waiting to discover is none other than Mrs. Cox, the sixth-grade English teacher at Leavenworth Elementary School. Along her journey to fame, her superhuman powers have strengthened, overcoming obstacles has become easier, and her ability to fight off monsters is not as hard as it used to be; therefore, Mrs. Cox reached her heroic stage…
Hello everyone, my name is Martha Washington. I was born in New Kent County, Virginia on June 2nd 1731. I have a father and a mother. I am also the eldest of my three brothers and five sisters. I am close to each and every one of them. My siblings and I were home-schooled together in our house at Chestnut Grove. Our servant, Thomas Leonard, was our teacher. Thomas taught me music, sewing, and household management. I then proceeded to learn about plantation management. My favorite subjects to learn about were music and various needlework arts. Not only that, I was very fond riding horses and dancing. Even though I was homeschooled I was able to have many friends. And as the years passed on, one of those people became more than a friend. When I was eighteen I married a man named Daniel Parke Custis. He managed a plantation that his father owned in New Kent County. Together, Daniel and I lived in a mansion on the Pumunkey River. He was always spoiling me with the finest clothes and gifts imported from England. Daniel and I had four lovely children. Two of which died young. Not much long after, Daniel became exceptionally ill and I became a widow at age 26. It was hard for me to grasp the fact that my husband had died but I pulled through with the help of family and friends. When Daniel died I was in charge of the land that he once owned. This land was filled with crops and was therefore called a plantation. Taking care of the plantation wasn’t too easy. I had to write letters to London merchants to keep the business going. In the winter of the next year, I met the man of my dreams in the Virginia Militia. His name was Colonel George Washington. He was the commander of the First Virginia Regiment in the French and Indian War. George told me that he was fond of my looks. He also said that he loved my personality and charm. So in 1759 I married him. Together, George and I lived at Mount Vernon. At Mount Vernon I was in charge of directing the slaves and servants on…
Sally Ride, a woman who literally showed all girls and women how to reach for the stars. People all over America look up to her as one of the most important heroic figures:“I was a child of the'80s. Sally Ride was one of the first important names I remember. She means success and steadiness to me”, “Sally Ride is a true U.S. hero for all who deserve total civil rights”, “She showed that women can have it all: a loving relationship, professional fulfillment and be a role model for all women and girls.” Sally Ride was the first American woman in space. She accomplished this tremendous milestone during a time when women were looked down upon in the academic world. Women were thought to not have the capability to be smart or too emotional to think reasonably. Ride’s achievements proved them wrong, and she worked her whole life to get young girls to go against the stereotype. Sally Ride’s works and achievements inspire and encourage little girls everywhere to pursue academics, making her a true hero.…
MRS.sparsit is an elderly lady who is highly connected and have a huge aristpcratic bvackground.her husband belonged to the family of "POWERLS". Scadgers....…