Political Quotes

“I rise to honor Women's History Month with naming a steady trailblazer from northwest Ohio, Louise J. Brower. In 1975, Mrs. Brower broke barriers when she became the first woman to serve as a principal in Toledo public schools. In doing so, she also became the first to lead a large metropolitan Ohio high school. At Scott High School, she led with strength, dignity, and an unwavering belief in her students. The appointment was a culmination of her Toledo public schools career, which started as a teacher at Robinson Junior High. She then served as principal of both Walbridge School and later McTigue Junior High. The library at Walbridge was dedicated in her honor in 1971. Long before recognition followed, her impact was already deeply felt by inspired students. She empowered teachers, and she opened doors for women who would follow. Mrs. Brower's legacy reminds us that progress is built by those willing to lead where none have gone before. May we continue her work with purpose, with passion, and with pride. Women know how to do it right even if it has never been done before, and Mrs. Brower certainly did that.”