Editing Waterford, Connecticut (section)

===Jordan Schoolhouse===

The earliest mention of a schoolhouse in Waterford was in 1737, known as the Jordan Schoolhouse, located on the Jordan Green. Farmers mainly wanted their children to be taught writing, reading, arithmetic, and religion. The Jordan School also influenced proper manners and obedience. Private lessons were of no need in Waterford, but were set up in the 19th century for those who had enough money to afford it. The Jordan School's last day of teaching was in the year 1979 with a final assembly. The Jordan School is still used but is held as a museum to the public.<ref>{{cite book|last=Bachman|first=Robert|title=Waterford And Independence 1776-1976|year=1975|publisher=American Revolution Bicentennial Committee|location=Town of Waterford}}</ref><ref>{{cite book|last=Bachman|first=Robert|title=An Illustrated History Of Waterford Connecticut|orig-year=1967|year=2000}}</ref>