Born on September 8, 1954, Ruby Nell Bridges grew up in an all white town, located in the suburbs of Tylertown, Mississippi. As Ruby grew older, her parents - Abon and Lucille - moved with her to New Orleans, hoping for a better life in a bigger city. After living there for quite some time, Ruby had gotten two younger brothers, and one younger sister. Their names are Michael, Malcolm, and Joana. In New Orleans, Ruby’s father worked in a job at a gas station, while her mother took daily night jobs to help support their growing family.
On November 14, 1960, Ruby attended her first day of kindergarten at William Frantz Elementary School. After staying for a time in a segregated school, she got chosen as one of many African-American students
On November 14, 1960, Ruby attended her first day of kindergarten at William Frantz Elementary School. After staying for a time in a segregated school, she got chosen as one of many African-American students