A century ago, Minnesota’s schools offered few if any options for disabled children. Many youngsters had to leave their families and go to state schools. Or children stayed home and…
Category: History Notes
History Note - April 2022
History of inclusive community living is reviewed The notion of people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities living inclusively in their home communities was a novel idea decades ago. Many people…
History Note - March 2022
Oak Grove’s contributions to education, training are remembered Seventy years’ service is being celebrated in 2022 by LIFE Mower County. To mark the anniversary, Access Press looks back at the…
History Note
Great Depression put a strain on the state’s institutions The Great Depression, which lasted from 1929 to 1939, is considered to be the worst economic downturn in the history of…
History Note
Innovative musician encouraged children to share musical talent Many schools in the past hosted Christmas or holiday-themed concerts at this time of year. While the event may be dubbed “winter…
History Note
Minnesota Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities celebrates gains Minnesotans with developmental disabilities in October celebrated the 50-year anniversary of the Minnesota Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities (MNCDD). The following is…