Horace Mann

Horace Mann (1796-1859) was an American educational reformer known as the "father of the public school system." He advocated for universal public education, believing that every child deserves access to quality schooling, regardless of their background. Mann pushed for professional training for teachers and a standardized curriculum, promoting moral and civic education. His efforts helped establish free, tax-funded schools in Massachusetts, which served as a model for education across the United States. Mann's vision laid the foundation for modern public education, emphasizing its role in promoting equality and informed citizenship.