Today, 2nd graders from Enterprise City Schools filled the auditorium at Enterprise High School. After finishing 10 weeks in the Super Citizen Program, they are gathered to celebrate their accomplishments and honor local heroes from the stage.
Thanks to Mr. Palmer and his very hands-on teaching, these students have begun learning about their important roles in America’s future. The “Hands on Liberty” DVD series and accompanying activities and lesson plans teach crucial lessons in civics, character, financial literacy and social studies to a tech-centric generation. And in the closing piece of the program, Helping Hands, students are applying those crucial lessons in the real world.
Students chose heroes who embodied the traits of amazing citizens and read essays from stage before presenting them with Liberty Pins. They learned that “when you honor a hero, you become a hero!”
Vice Principal Ivy Murry
Just one of the heroes was Vice Principal Ivy Murry. She was singled out for her dedication to the students and her staunch opposition to bullying. It was clear she’s made a huge impact on the students’ lives.
In addition to her praise of the Super Citizen Program and its impact in Enterprise City Schools, Murry applauded the partnership between Liberty Learning Foundation and Alabama 200.
“I love going to the Archives and the capitol. Some kids may never have that opportunity. But you’re bringing that to them,” says Murry. “You’re giving them pride in our state. Therefore, they’ll be great citizens for America. Exposing students to our state’s rich culture is absolutely priceless.”
See heroes honored and a glimpse of the exciting event in the gallery below!
Today’s event and the donation of Super Citizen teaching kits was made possible by the Coffee County Community Alliance. With their help, we are teaching, inspiring and empowering our Next Great Americans.
Were you at the event? See the photo gallery below to find yourself, to revisit the magic or watch it unfold for the first time >
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- These 2nd graders proudly show off their certificate.
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- Namari, Leo, Aaleyah, Matthew, & Arianna lead the crowd in the Pledge of Allegiance.
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- Rachel Wilson is honored as Ms. Singleton’s Class Helping Hand Hero by Ahdrianna.
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- Amari and Mrs. Bruce’s class honor Asst. Principal Ivy Murry as their Helping Hand Hero.
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- Charlotte and her class honor Adaline Weedaman as their Helping Hand Hero.
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- Linda Lawrence is honored as a Helping Hand Hero by Yujun and his class.
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- Ms. Sanders class honors Rana Brown as their Helping Hero.
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- Karen Cadden is honored as a Helping Hand Hero by Matthew and Ms. Sauls class.
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- Marshall and Ms. Dunaway’s class honor Susan Wells as their Helping Hand Hero.
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- Ms. King’s class honor Grant Lyons as their Helping Hand Hero.
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- Connie Dumas is honored as a Helping Hand Hero by Ms. Dear’s class and Julia.
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- Andi and Ms. Jones class honor Beth Anne Pollard as their Helping Hand Hero.
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- Jana honors Danny Bourne as Helping Hand Hero for Ms. French’s class.
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- Harvey honors Jessica Viands as Helping Hand Hero for Ms. Hall’s class.
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- Marcus and Ms. Jenkins class honor Jackie Jerrell as their Helping Hand Hero.
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- Amy Thomas is honored as a Helping Hand Hero by Mary Austin and Ms Richburg’s class.
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- Ms. Robinette’s class and Claire honor Joseph Edwards as their Helping Hand Hero.
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- Jordan and Ms. Day’s class honors Brenda Howard as their Helping Hand Hero.
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- Caleb Davidson is honored as a Helping Hand Hero by Parker and Ms. Grantham’s class.
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- Charlene Goolsby is honored as a Helping Hand Hero by Ms. Keel’s class and Mark.
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- Ansley and Ms. Vaughan’s class honor Sue Wilson as their Helping Hand Hero.
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- Melissa Kendrick is honored as Ms. Cheshire’s class Helping Hand Hero by Gale.
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- Jack and Ms. McDonald’s class honor Nicole Sharpe as their Helping Hand Hero.
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- Mr. Copeland is honored as a Helping Hand Hero by Ms. Lampley’s class and Nayeli.
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- Mrs. Reeves class honors Mrs. Harvin as their Helping Hand Hero by Trinity.
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- These students stand together to pledge to be Super Citizens!
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- Madelyn, Kiaraliz, Skylar, Westin, Jayden, Kayden, Aubree, Zinyana, Nayeli, & Italie lead everyone in our tour anthem!
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- These students of Enterprise City Schools wear their sponsors logos with pride!
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- U.S.A.!
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- Only YOU can keep the “U” in the U.S.A.
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- These students are excited to celebrate!
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- These students sing in celebration.
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- The 2017-18 Enterprise City Schools Helping Hand Heroes and the students who honored them!
