Influenced by the women's night school, other knowledgeable people in the capital followed suit and opened various types of women's schools. The concept of women's education gradually spread throughout the capital and even across the country, laying a solid foundation for women's awakening and social development.
Su Jinli and Jiang Yan stood shoulder to shoulder, supporting each other throughout their fight for women's education. Their love grew deeper in their shared struggle, like fine wine, mellowing with age. Their story became a beloved tale among the people of the capital, inspiring generations to strive for equality, justice, and knowledge.
With the booming development of women's education, Su Jinli and Jiang Yan were not satisfied with the status quo. They knew that there was still a long and arduous road ahead to truly achieve gender equality and give women the same status and opportunities as men in society. So, they began to consider how to further promote the development of women's education and integrate it into the national education system.
Su Jinli and Jiang Yan jointly submitted a memorial to the emperor, elaborating on the importance of women's education to national prosperity. They pointed out that as an integral part of society, women receiving a good education not only enhance their own qualities, enabling them to better support their husbands and raise children, fostering a strong future, but also play a vital role in various fields, including the economy, culture, and science and technology. If women's education were incorporated into the national education system, with dedicated schools for women established and systematic curriculum and assessment standards established, it would cultivate more outstanding talents for the country and promote overall social progress.
The emperor took their petition seriously and summoned his ministers for deliberation. A heated debate ensued between those supporting and opposing the inclusion of women's education in the national education system. Conservative ministers, clinging to traditional values, believed that women's participation in the national education system would disrupt social order and violate ancestral laws. Meanwhile, reformists, led by Jiang Yan, cited the numerous benefits of women's education, citing the success of women's night schools as an example of the enormous potential women possessed through education.
Su Jinli did not sit idly by during this heated debate. Drawing on her practical experience and deep reflections in women's education, she wrote a detailed memorial outlining a specific implementation plan for incorporating women's education into the national education system. In it, she proposed a comprehensive framework for women's education, from primary school to university, including specific suggestions for curriculum, teacher training, and assessment and evaluation. This memorial, with its earnest words and well-founded arguments, attracted widespread attention from the emperor and his ministers.
After carefully reading Su Jinli's memorial, the emperor was impressed by her talent and dedication to women's education. He decided to dispatch a team to conduct an on-site inspection of the women's night school and other women's academies to understand the actual situation and effectiveness of women's education. After a period of investigation, the team presented a detailed report to the emperor, fully affirming the positive impact of women's education.
Ultimately, the emperor made a historic decision: to formally incorporate women's education into the national education system, establish specialized schools for women, and allocate special funds to support the development of women's education. This decision, like a spring thunderclap, resounded throughout the country, bringing unprecedented development opportunities for women's education.
Upon learning of the emperor's decision, Su Jinli and Jiang Yan were filled with joy and emotion. They knew that this achievement was hard-won, the result of countless people's hard work and perseverance. At a banquet celebrating this major breakthrough in women's education, Su Jinli raised her glass and said affectionately to Jiang Yan, "I've been so grateful for your continued presence and your shared struggles along the way. Without you, I wouldn't have made it this far."
Jiang Yan smiled and held Su Jinli's hand, saying, "Jinli, this is our common dream and our common cause. In the future, we still have more things to do. Let us continue to work hard together to create a better future for women's education."
With the emperor's support, a wave of enthusiasm for establishing girls' schools swept across the country. Su Jinli and Jiang Yan became leading figures in women's education, traveling extensively to guide the construction and development of girls' schools. They personally participated in developing curriculum guidelines and training teachers, making significant contributions to the standardization and professionalization of women's education.
With the continuous development of girls' schools, more and more girls are entering campuses and receiving a systematic education. After graduation, some of these girls become teachers, continuing to spread knowledge; some enter the business world, demonstrating exceptional business talent; and some participate in social welfare projects, contributing to improving the social environment. The development of girls' education has not only changed the lives of countless women but also injected new vitality into the prosperity of our country.
The names of Su Jinli and Jiang Yan, like brilliant stars, shine brightly in the history of women's education. Their love story and struggles have become enduring legends, inspiring future generations to pursue equality, knowledge, and a better future. Their influence has fundamentally shifted society's view of women, elevating their status to unprecedented heights. A more equal, harmonious, and beautiful society is gradually taking shape.
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