Mary E. Dillon, a Methodist widow from Purcellville, Virginia, worked as a teacher in Loudoun County in the 1950-51 school year, specializing in maladjusted children. She received a salary of $300, teaching on a half-time basis. Her evaluation for that year rated her as excellent in punctuality, cooperation, growth, and attitude. Dillon accumulated sick leave days throughout the session, and it is noted that she contributed to the retirement fund. This teacher's record provides insight into the professional life of educators in rural Virginia during the mid-20th century, highlighting the expectations and evaluations they were subject to in their roles within the school system.
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Mary E. Dillon, Purcellville, Virginia, teacher, Loudoun County, maladjusted children, Methodist, widow, 1950-51 school year, evaluation, punctuality, cooperation, growth, attitude