Newlon, Jesse H. (Jesse Homer), 1882-1941

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Superintendent of Denver Public Schools from 1920-1927; created program for curriculum revision in which classroom teachers were key participants. Also gained consensus for single salary schedule for teachers, regardless of whether they taught in elementary or secondary schools. Conducted extensive correspondence with Denver's Assistant Superintendent, Jesse H. Newlon. Leader in Progressive Education Association and National Education Association.

From the description of Jesse H. Newlon papers, 1916-1941. (University of Denver, Penrose Library). WorldCat record id: 41103080

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referencedIn August Charles Krey Papers, 1887-1961. University of Minnesota Libraries. University Archives [uarc]
creatorOf Newlon, Jesse H. (Jesse Homer), 1882-1941. Jesse H. Newlon papers, 1916-1941. University of Denver, University Libraries, Anderson Academic Commons
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associatedWith Denver Public Schools. corporateBody
associatedWith Krey, August Charles, 1887-1961 person
associatedWith National Education Association of the United States. corporateBody
associatedWith Progressive Education Association (U.S.) corporateBody
associatedWith Threlkeld, Archie Loyd, 1889-1967. person
Place Name Admin Code Country
Colorado--Denver
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Education
Educators
School management and organization
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Birth 1882

Death 1941

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