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Expansion, consolidation of education programs and libraries reflect the growth and commitment to educational resources. Public and private educational institutions continue a legacy of excellence. January 2001 – Heritage Christian University – International Bible College changed its name to Heritage Christian University. April 18, 2001 – The New Florence/Lauderdale Public Library – A contract for […]
Jan
Expansion, consolidation of education programs and libraries reflect the growth and commitment to educational resources. Public and private educational institutions continue a legacy of excellence. 1951 – F. T. Appleby School – Former Coffee H. S. building renamed F. T. Appleby School. 1951 – Coffee High School -New location of Coffee High School on N. […]
Jan
Growth and expansion of education opportunities mark the first half of the new century on many levels with new buildings and programs. 1900 -John F. Slater (Elementary) School –The new building on South Court Street will be named John F. Slater (Elementary) School. It was named after philanthropist and education advocate the late John F. […]
Jan
Higher education, private teachers, libraries, denominational sponsorship, and expansion of educational opportunities help to define this period of growth. 1855 – The Florence Synodical Female College – The Florence Synodical Female College is charted under the aegis of the Nashville Synod of the Presbyterian Church in the old Florence Female Academy building. Dr. James L. […]
Jan
Following the founding of the City of Florence in March 1818, the first school was established on the John Coffee Plantation, Hickory Hill in 1820. Land was set aside by the Cypress Land Company for educational institutions. By 1850 Locust Hill Academy (1830), the Florence Academy for Young Gentlemen (1846) established by the Presbyterian Church, […]
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Research led by Nancy Gonce; research assistance and additional photography by Amy Privette.