Masons and Education

Masons have a long history of supporting learning, education and public schools. Masons in New York City established the first public schools, which became the model for public education in the State under Gov. DeWitt Clinton. It is fair to say that Masons have been involved with schools, but not necessarily in the schools.

If there is one fact we know about the new century it is that we cannot count upon the government or even our taxes to support many public institutions, including our community schools. Therefore, the importance of volunteerism has reached a new high and the demand has outstripped the supply.