Education...past and present...has played an important role in the growth and development of Springfield. Here you can read about topics of interest in this area.

Rules for Teachers in the 1800's: It wasn't easy for public school teachers in the "good old days". Take a look at some of the rules the school operated under then.

Jonathan Fairbanks: Fairbanks was the man who guided the Springfield Public Schools through their early growing years. Known as "Mr. Schools", he was a well-known figure in the community for the forty plus years he served as Superintendent.

Tips for Students: An item entitled "Twelve Things Worth While" in the 1908 edition of The Normal Bulletin of State Normal School set forth hints for student conduct which might be considered today.

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