Nebraska Schools In The Early 1900s May Shock You. They're So Different.
By Delana Lefevers|Published March 17, 2016
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Delana Lefevers
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As a lifelong Nebraskan, Delana loves discovering the many hidden treasures of her state. She has worked as a writer and editor since 2007. Delana's work has been featured on more than a dozen websites and in Nebraska Life Magazine.
Whether you grew up in a tiny town or a bustling metropolis, schools are more or less standardized today in the way they operate. There is a set school year, teachers have to meet certain requirements, and kids are divided into classes according to age. In the early 20th century, however, Nebraska schools were a lot less structured. Some kids attended school in sod shacks while others went to classes in fine brick buildings. Some had strict daily schedules while others worked around the farm schedule. This is what school looked like more than 100 years ago in Nebraska.
1. Seneca - undated. The rather large student body stands outside the frame schoolhouse to pose for a group photo.
3. Logan County - undated. The teacher at this sod schoolhouse lived there during the school year. She taught her three students Sunday School material during the week.
10. Zion Lutheran Parochial School, Hampton - 1920. This photo was clearly a big deal as everyone dressed up and brought their horses and cars into the picture.
