John Callahan (December 16, 1865 – May 10, 1956) was an American educator.
John Callahan | |
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18th Superintendent of Public Instruction of Wisconsin | |
In office July 1, 1921 – 1949 | |
Preceded by | Charles P. Cary |
Succeeded by | George Earl Watson |
Personal details | |
Born | Goldens Bridge, New York, U.S. | December 16, 1865
Died | May 10, 1956 Madison, Wisconsin, U.S. | (aged 90)
Occupation | Educator |
Born in Goldens Bridge, New York, he moved with his family to Prescott, Wisconsin. He went to the public schools and did private study while working as a bricklayer. Callahan received his Wisconsin teacher's certificate, in 1894, and taught in rural schools. Callahan served as school principal and also served as superintendent of public schools in Menasha, Wisconsin. Callahan served as Superintendent of Public Instruction of Wisconsin from 1921 to 1949. Callahan died at his home in Madison, Wisconsin.[1][2]
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