Tag: William Frantz Elementary School
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Ruby Bridges, who integrated Southern schools at age 6, turns 70. Her story of courage continues to inspire the fight for racial equality in America.
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In 1960, Ruby Bridges became the first Black student at age 6 to integrate the all-white William Frantz Elementary School in New Orleans. Learn about her history-making story.
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