Mary Schenck Woolman | |
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Born | Mary Raphael Schenck April 26, 1860 |
Died | August 1, 1940 | (aged 80)
Occupation | Educator |
Years active | 1892–1935 |
Known for | Vocational and consumer education for women |
Spouse |
Franklin Conrad Woolman
(m. 1883; died 1906) |
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Mary Raphael Schenck Woolman (April 26, 1860 – August 1, 1940) was an American educator known for her advocacy of vocational education and consumer education, particularly for women. She was one of the first woman faculty members at Teachers College in New York City. She was the founder of Manhattan Trade School for Girls, the first vocational school for women in the United States.[1] She was the author of several books and lectured around the country.
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