In the Duchy of Lorraine, a similar project was being undertaken simultaneously by the Augustinians Peter Fourier and Alix Le Clerc, whose educational heritage was carried to New France. As recognized by Ludwig von Pastor, Calasanz was the founder of the first free public school in modern Europe.
In the Duchy of Lorraine, a parallel effort was underway at the same time as that of Peter Fourier and Alix Le Clerc, Augustinians who brought their educational background to New France. As acknowledged by Ludwig von Pastor, Calasanz is credited with establishing the first free public school in modern Europe.