Highlander Folk School
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Highlander Folk School was a prominent institution for social justice and activism, closely associated with notable figures such as Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, and Stokely Carmichael. The school's emphasis on Civil Rights Movement and Labor Movement drew inspiration from events like the Battle of Blair Mountain and the Lawrence Textile Strike. Its curriculum was influenced by the works of W.E.B. Du Bois, Booker T. Washington, and Jane Addams. The school's approach to social change was also shaped by the experiences of A. Philip Randolph, Bayard Rustin, and Ella Baker.
● History
The school's history is intertwined with significant events like the Great Depression, the New Deal, and the Cold War. The Congress of Industrial Organizations and the American Federation of Labor played important roles in shaping the school's focus on labor rights. The school's founders were influenced by the Nashville Agrarians and the Southern Conference for Human Welfare. Notable events like the Birmingham Campaign and the Selma to Montgomery Marches were closely tied to the school's activities. The school's history is also connected to the lives of Thurgood Marshall, Fannie Lou Hamer, and Medgar Evers.
● Founding and Early Years
The school was founded by Myles Horton, Don West, and James Dombrowski in 1932, with the goal of promoting social justice and activism. The school's early years were marked by its association with the Southern Tenant Farmers Union and the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. The school's founders were influenced by the works of John Dewey, George Counts, and Reinhold Niebuhr. The school's early curriculum was shaped by the experiences of Norman Thomas, Eugene Debs, and Mary Harris Jones. The school's founding was also influenced by events like the Bonus Army march and the Scottsboro Boys case.
● Curriculum and Methodology
The school's curriculum focused on issues like Voting Rights Act of 1965, Fair Labor Standards Act, and National Labor Relations Act. The school's methodology was influenced by the works of Kurt Lewin, Carl Rogers, and Paulo Freire. The school's approach to social change was shaped by the experiences of Cesar Chavez, Dolores Huerta, and Fred Hampton. The school's curriculum was also influenced by events like the Watts Riots and the Chicano Movement. Notable instructors like Septima Clark, Esau Jenkins, and Andrew Young played important roles in shaping the school's curriculum. The school's methodology was also influenced by the works of Frances Perkins, Sidney Hillman, and Walter Reuther.
● Notable Alumni and Instructors
Notable alumni of the school include John Lewis, Diane Nash, and James Bevel. The school's instructors included notable figures like Howard Zinn, Herbert Aptheker, and Staughton Lynd. The school's alumni and instructors were influenced by events like the Freedom Summer and the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom. The school's network included notable organizations like the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee, the Congress of Racial Equality, and the Southern Christian Leadership Conference. Notable alumni like Floyd McKissick, Charles Sherrod, and Julian Bond played important roles in shaping the school's legacy. The school's instructors were also influenced by the works of Bayard Rustin, A. Philip Randolph, and Martin Luther King Jr..
● Closure and Legacy
The school was closed in 1961 due to financial difficulties and pressure from the House Un-American Activities Committee. The school's legacy continues to be felt through the work of organizations like the American Civil Liberties Union, the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, and the Service Employees International Union. The school's alumni and instructors have gone on to play important roles in shaping the Civil Rights Movement and the Labor Movement. Notable events like the Los Angeles Riots and the Wisconsin labor protests have been influenced by the school's legacy. The school's legacy is also connected to the lives of Cornel West, Angela Davis, and Noam Chomsky. The school's closure was also influenced by events like the Red Scare and the McCarthyism. The school's legacy continues to be felt through the work of organizations like the AFL-CIO and the National Council of Churches.