Ruby Bridges's Impact On The Civil Rights Movement

Ruby Bridges is an American activist who attended an all-white elementary school when she was six years old. Many problems were activated when Ruby was given this opportunity like many of the students’ dropping out of school and continual protests. Because of her courage and determination while attending an all-white elementary school in New Orleans, Louisiana, Ruby Bridges drastically impacted the Civil Rights Movement.
Suffering in a car for about five hours, Ruby headed to her new home. The Bridges were raised in Tylertown, Mississippi until their father received a new job. With the new job meant they needed to move to New Orleans, Louisiana. All of the kids in Louisiana had to attend school. All of the schools were segregated at this time. Ruby attended an all-black elementary school far away from her house.With the school far, Ruby had to travel to the school every morning and afternoon. She did not mind though because she like school and loved her kindergarten teacher, Mrs. King. …show more content…
There suddenly appeared a test. This test was to determine which black students could attend an all-white elementary school. Smart and bright, Ruby was determined to ace this test. After the teachers graded the test, they announced Ruby could go to the white school. Passing the test meant she would start first grade at the new school. She was one of many African-American students that passed the test. All of the other students’ that passed were not able to go to the new school. The reason why was because the parents were afraid that it would be dangerous for their kids. On the other hand, Ruby’s parents were also on the questioning side if they would let Ruby go to the white school. Her mom wanted her to go because she thought it was a great opportunity, but her dad was questioning like the other parents. Afterall, with the agreement of her parents, Ruby was able to attend the white