In 1828, Electa Quinney began classes as Wisconsin’s first public school teacher in present-day Kaukauna. We learn more about Electa’s legacy and Mohican history from members of a PBS Wisconsin project.

PBS Wisconsin Biographies: Electa Quinney, the state’s first public school teacher and mentor

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PBS Wisconsin Biographies: Electa Quinney, the state’s first public school teacher and mentor

PBS Wisconsin Biographies: Electa Quinney, the state’s first public school teacher and mentor