Today, 2nd graders from Mt Olive, Dixie, Olier, & Ladonia Elementary Schools filled the Russell County High School Auditorium. After finishing 10 weeks in the Hands on Liberty 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” 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!”
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 Russell 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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- Showing off their Helping Hands Graduation Certificate!
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- Excited to celebrate, honor heroes, and take their pledges!
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- Lillian, Baylee, Elias, and Karter lead everyone in the Pledge of Allegiance.
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- Hunter selected Kimberly Culpepper as his Helping Hands Hero, recognizing the positive impact she has made.
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- Tucker and Braydon proudly honored Yuonne White as their Helping Hands Hero, celebrating the encouragement and support she provides.
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- George chose to recognize Leanne Balsam as his Helping Hands Hero, honoring the meaningful role she plays in his life.
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- Zaxton selected Rebekkah Chester as his Helping Hands Hero, acknowledging the difference she makes. Ms. Whitehead accepted the award on her behalf.
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- Kynzilee celebrated Shannon and Andriance from Church of the Rock as her Helping Hands Heroes, recognizing her dedication and care.
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- Taizon honored Deputy Hood as his Helping Hands Hero, celebrating his service and commitment to the community.
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- Charlotte selected Constable Danny as her Helping Hands Hero, recognizing the leadership and protection he provides.
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- Kollin chose Karen Soto as his Helping Hands Hero, honoring the support and encouragement she shares.
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- Chan proudly recognized Michelle Ferguson as his Helping Hands Hero, celebrating her positive influence.
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- Atticus selected Matthew Austin as his Helping Hands Hero, acknowledging the guidance he provides.
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- Kynlee honored Mrs. Monique Long as her Helping Hands Hero, recognizing the care and support she shows each day.
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- The students filled the room with their voices as they sang “YOU in the USA.”
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- Super Citizens lead everyone in our tour anthem.
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- Only YOU can keep the “U” in the U.S.A.!
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- We love seeing the students excited to sing along to our tour anthem!
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- We are so grateful for Pam Ward and Gail McCants from Russell County Farmers Federation for their support in helping make these students super citizens!
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- We were honored to spend the afternoon celebrating with our heroes, students, donors, and special guests. Thank you to Pam Ward and Gail McCants with the Russel County Farmers Federation, Principal Nancy Kennedy of Oliver Elementary School, Superintendent Dr. Brenda Coley, and Marceda Lewis with central office for celebrating with us!