Abbott in Hill County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Abbott Schools
Photographed By Mike Stroud, September 14, 2012
1. Abbott Schools Marker
Inscription.
Abbott Schools. . The public school system in Abbott began in 1885 when a one-story frame schoolhouse was constructed on the east side of town. It housed 140 pupils and three teachers. A two-story brick structure, built at this site in 1911, served the Abbott school system for 55 years. The schools were given full accreditation about 1934, and a vocational agriculture program was begun in 1939. Consolidation with surrounding area districts has increased enrollment over the years. The Abbott schools have played an important role in the town's development.
The public school system in Abbott began in 1885 when a one-story frame schoolhouse was constructed on the east side of town. It housed 140 pupils and three teachers. A two-story brick structure, built at this site in 1911, served the Abbott school system for 55 years. The schools were given full accreditation about 1934, and a vocational agriculture program was begun in 1939. Consolidation with surrounding area districts has increased enrollment over the years. The Abbott schools have played an important role in the town's development.
Erected 1985 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 68.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Education. A significant historical year for this entry is 1885.
Location. 31° 52.985′ N, 97° 4.577′ W. Marker is in Abbott, Texas, in Hill County. Marker is on First Street near Waco Street, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 60 First Street, Abbott TX 76621, United States of America. Touch for directions.
3. Abbott Independent School District along First Street
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on October 3, 2012, by Mike Stroud of Bluffton, South Carolina. This page has been viewed 531 times since then and 16 times this year. Photos:1, 2, 3. submitted on October 4, 2012, by Mike Stroud of Bluffton, South Carolina.