Teacher Rules Late 1800's Early 1900's

Teacher Rules Late 1800's Early 1900's

Opening Question

• What rules do you need to follow everyday as a student?

Teachers have to follow certain rules as well. These rules have changed over time.

Teacher Rules 1872

Teacher Rules 1915

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was NOT a rule teachers needed to follow in 1872 and 1915?

• Male teachers could date one evening each week

• Female teachers could date one evening each week

• You may not wear bright colors

• You may not dye your hair.

Multiple Choice

If you had to follow these rules would you want to become a teacher back in the GIlded Age?

• Yes

• No

Open Ended

Why did teachers need to follow such strict rules in 1872, 1915 and even today when it comes to their conduct?