Ruby Bridges became an enduring symbol of courage and hope when, at just six years old, she became the first Black child to integrate an all-white school in the South. On November 14, 1960, Ruby walked past a hostile crowd, under the protection of federal marshals, to attend William Frantz Elementary School in New Orleans. Her actions were not just a milestone in the Civil Rights Movement but also a bold step toward dismantling the system of racial segregation in public schools. Despite facing e

Six-year-old Ruby Bridges became a civil rights icon in 1960. She calls her work "a calling" to this day. USA TODAY recognizes Bridges as a Woman of the Century. https://bit.ly/30PtE1s | USA TODAY Video

On this day in 1960, six-year-old Ruby Bridges became the first Black student to integrate into an all-white public elementary school in New Orleans. Her bravery marked a turning point in the fight to desegregate schools in the South. Ruby faced daily harassment and isolation, yet she showed extraordinary courage and resilience, becoming a symbol of the civil rights movement and the power of youth-led change. | The Legal Defense Fund

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From integrating an all-white school to becoming a civil rights activist, Ruby Bridges tells her story as never before. | Scholastic