1938-1998

Worked 32 years as a teacher and administrator for the Newark Public Schools, becoming deputy superintendent. In her eulogy, Rev. James Scott said, “if Gladys left no other legacy it was that she told us in so many countless ways that we can make a difference”, and stated that she had a firm belief in the City of Newark and its possibilities for greatness.

A Newark school was named in her honor, which was dedicated in 1999, when keynote speaker Rev. Dr. Joan Parrott said, “she chose to give her life to the community and to the children.”

Bibliography

Barbara J Kukla Papers, Newark Public Library, digital.npl.org

Kukla, Barbara J. “Educators mourn two great losses: Hillman Jones recalled in grief and gratitude”, Jan 15, 1998

Kukla, Barbara J. “Newark dedicates a school in memory of beloved educator”, May 20, 1999