Recontando a história da Escola Estadual Frederico José Pedreira Neto de Palmas-TO: memorias

Abstract

This dissertation investigates the process of creation and implementation of the Frederico José Pedreira Neto State School, located in Palmas, Tocantins, between 1990 and 2010, using the methodology of Oral History. The research focuses on the narratives of teachers, students, school administrators, and other individuals who experienced the school’s development, seeking to understand how their memories contribute to the historical reconstruction of the institution and to the comprehension of its role in the local educational landscape.The study takes into account the political, social, and educational context of a recently founded capital, marked by social inequalities and efforts to consolidate the state public education network. The analysis of the interviews reveals the meanings attributed to the school by its participants, the challenges faced throughout its trajectory, and the transformations experienced during its first two decades of operation. By valuing the individual and collective memories of those involved with the school, the research recovers voices often silenced in official records and reaffirms the importance of sensitive listening as a means of producing knowledge in the field of the History of Education. The findings highlight the relevance of preserving school memory as a key resource for reflecting on educational processes, school experiences, and historical milestones in the educational formation of Tocantins.