I came across this sign inside a replica of an old, late 19th century/early 20th century school house. Look at the pay back then. An online money converter has $10.00 (1877) per month equal to approximately $198.62 per month in 2006 and $35.00 (1902) per month equal to $846.04 per month in 2006 as well. I wonder why some of the women listed were paid more than women in the year before and after them? Hmmmmmm.
Notice the little notes about the ones who “gave up.” What can I say, educating America’s youth wasn’t easy then and sure isn’t easy now. Enjoy!
Photo taken by School Teacher Conversion: MeasuringWorth.com
July 2, 2007 at 9:09 am |
Some things never change. If I had my way, you’d be paid what you’re worth with a little extra thrown in for hazardous duty.
July 2, 2007 at 12:45 pm |
How do you pronounce “Celoa” ?
And I’m wondering if the pay was affected by economic slumps. They were rather frequent, I think.
July 4, 2007 at 8:05 pm |
Wait — so giving up is an option?! Why didn’t someone tell me…
July 6, 2007 at 4:44 am |
If I were Jennie, I’d probably have to kill Lettie.
July 6, 2007 at 3:41 pm |
Some things never change. I seem to gravitate to teacher blogs….I guess it’s because my wife is a middle school teacher in Simi Valley CA and hear all of the complaints.
I would like to invite you to take a look at my site; it gets high marks form the teacher community. It is pure “positivity.” Anyways, the url is http://mondaymorningpower.blogspot.com. If you come by, leave a comment so that I know you were there. I believe our blogs are complimentary. If you like what you see I would like to propose a link swap. Let me know if you agree by leaving me a comment; just be nice.
Take care,
July 9, 2007 at 6:57 am |
I’m wondering if “gave up” means that the teacher “gave up” her salary?