Käsnäselkä Primary School
In the early 20th century, education was not only a priority for the Finnish government but also for local communities, who often took it upon themselves to build and maintain schools. These community-driven efforts were vital in ensuring that education was accessible even in remote areas. One such example is the Käsnäselkä Primary School, built and maintained by the Karelian regional association in the former municipality of Salmi, in Käsnäselkä, Finland. Schools like Käsnäselkä served as essential institutions in their communities, providing children with the fundamental education necessary for personal and societal development.
The construction and upkeep of these schools were often supported by regional associations, like the Karelian association, which recognized the importance of education for future generations. The commitment of these communities to education ensured that even in rural and less populated areas, children had the opportunity to attend school and receive a quality education. This grassroots approach to education played a crucial role in the development of Finland's educational system, laying the foundation for the country's later success in education.
Photo: An historic photograph of Käsnäselkä Primary School in Salmi, Finland, built and maintained by the Karelian regional association. The image shows the school building along with children and adults outside, including the teacher P. Lesojeff and his family
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Photo Information
Original photo courtesy of the Finnish Heritage Agency
Photographer: Unknown
Year: early 1900s
Link to original photo here
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