Question

In a paragraph, summarize how Horace Mann wanted to reform the public school

system in the United States.

Answer 1

Horace Mann (1796-1859)

When he was elected to act as Secretary of the newly-created Massachusetts Board of Education in 1837, he used his position to enact major educational reform. He spearheaded the Common School Movement, ensuring that every child could receive a basic education funded by local taxes.

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