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EWP 2-5-B Yr 1922 Silcott Springs wants Myrtle Piggott

EWP 6-3-3 Silcotts Spring 1920-1924

The text provides a glimpse into the rural education system in Loudoun County, Virginia, during the early 20th century. The Silcott Springs school, with its stone building celebrating its sixtieth year, catered to the needs of 20 children from twelve families. Despite societal challenges, such as poverty and lack of resources, the dedicated teacher, Mrs. G.G. Mayse, ensured not only academic instruction but also practical life skills. The school served as a hub of community support, with mothers, older sisters, neighbors, and welfare workers coming together to provide food, clothing, and other necessities for the children. Through a combination of traditional school lessons and practical activities like sewing, cooking, and cleaning, the school aimed to equip the students with the tools needed for self-sufficiency and personal growth. Overall, the Silcott Springs school exemplified the importance of holistic education in addressing the daily struggles of disadvantaged children.

2_5_B Yr 1922 Aug Silcott Springs Request to Send Pupils to School

EWP 16 Yr. Unk Silcott Spring School

Photo of girl and class from Silcott Spring School, which was closed in 1935. Possibly 1929, based on comparing some students with other photos.

EWP 6-6 Silcott Springs W Grade 1-7 Yr 1917 to 1935

EWP 13 Yr 1930to1934 Emerick on SilcottSprings 2

EWP 13 Yr 1930to1934 Emerick On SilcottSprings

EWP 09 Silcott Springs with 3 mile

It's estimated that the maximum distance students would have walked to this school is 3 miles one way. The graphic shows the area from which students may have walked to this school.

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EWP Silcott Springs 2

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EWP Silcott Springs 6a

EWP Silcott Springs 17a

EWP Silcott Springs potbelly 13a

EWP 16 Yr. Unk Silcott Springs White

Possibly 1929.

EWP 16 Yr Unk Silcott Springs W 13

Possibly taken in 1929.