Who Was She- American activist who later became a symbol of the civil rights movement, who at 6 years old was the youngest in a group of African Americans to integrate schools in the south.
What- She was escorted to an from school because of violent mobs. She was aware that she was in danger but she stayed strong no matter what anyone told her.
Impact- At age 45 she established "The Ruby Bridges Foundation",
The foundation promotes and encourages the values of tolerance, respect and appreciation of all differences.
Motto- We believe racism is a grown-up disease and we must stop using our children to spread it.
Goal- To create change throughout education and to inspire children to eliminate racism.
She paved a path for other children to go
What- She was escorted to an from school because of violent mobs. She was aware that she was in danger but she stayed strong no matter what anyone told her.
Impact- At age 45 she established "The Ruby Bridges Foundation",
The foundation promotes and encourages the values of tolerance, respect and appreciation of all differences.
Motto- We believe racism is a grown-up disease and we must stop using our children to spread it.
Goal- To create change throughout education and to inspire children to eliminate racism.
She paved a path for other children to go