Aug 18, 2015
Olga Cossettini’s 117th Birthday
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Happy 117th Birthday Olga Cossetini!
Olga Cossettini was a groundbreaking influence on children's education in Argentina. She spent her lifetime leading the education system away from corporal punishment and towards acceptance of children as individuals. She worked with her sister Leticia to transform the traditional school into the Serena School, or Active School, which is what her method is called today.
Olga's work was primarily based on respecting each child's unique personality and engaging them in their own education. The two sisters felt that children should be active participants in education, not just passive recipients of information. They broke down barriers between schools and the communities, instilling a passion for both learning and teaching across social and economic groups. Her rejection of discrimination and celebration of the unique gifts of the individual inspire educators and pupils alike around the world.
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