Dorothy McIntyre | MinneHistory
6th Grade – 8th Grade
9th Grade – 12th Grade
English
Learn about Dorothy McIntyre, a Minnesota pioneer who paved the way for girls’ sports. As a physical education teacher in the 1960s, she recognized the desire of girls for equal sports opportunities. When faced with obstacles like a lack of transportation, she learned to drive the bus. Through determination, campaigning, and organizing, McIntyre championed equal access to sports for girls, leaving a lasting legacy in Minnesota.
