Remembering Booker T. Washington High School: 75 years of promise, pride, purpose
From transistor radios to MTV and now streaming, Booker T. Washington High School has withstood the test of time.
When it was built in 1950, Life magazine featured the school in an article highlighting its innovative architecture and strong academic programs.
This year, the school is celebrating its 75th anniversary, built for Black students due to severe overcrowding at Central Colored High School.
It's a reminder that in 1950, schools in Louisiana and across the South were still segregated.
The education Booker T. Washington students received focused on academics and real-world skills, a model many schools are now returning to.
After 75 years, the legacy of Booker T. Washington High School remains a powerful symbol of resilience, hope, and achievement.
Author's summary: Celebrating 75 years of Booker T. Washington High School.
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