Willie C. Stewart Sr. became Tacoma, Washington’s first Black school principal at Lincoln High School on June 25, 1970. Stewart’s appointment by School Superintendent Angelo Giaudrone, considered truly historic at the time, was but one of many achievements of this notable educator. Stewart was born … Read MoreWillie C. Stewart Sr (1935- )
Lena Lowery Sawner was Oklahoma’s first Black public school principal as well as its first female public school principal. She was also prominent in state and national Black educational organizations. Lena Lowery rose from humble beginnings. Her father, Julius Lowery was born in North Carolina … Read MoreLena Lowery Sawner (1874-1949)
Hale Giddings Parker was a Midwest lawyer and political activist. He was the only African American appointed a Commissioner (an alternate) at the 1893 World Columbian Exposition in Chicago by President Benjamin Harrison. Parker was born in Ripley, Ohio, the son of John and Miranda … Read MoreHale Giddings Parker (1851-1925)
