Waller ISD Students Witnessed “History in the Making”

WALLER ISD - Waller ISD students watched the Presidential Inauguration along with the rest of the nation on January 20^th .  Televisions broadcasted the all-day event coverage for all of the students and staff to witness “history in the making”.

H.T. Jones Elementary School 3^rd and 4^th grade students were just some of the many that watched the historic event throughout Waller ISD.  The students and the teachers gathered in the library to watch the swearing-in ceremony.  The school librarian, Kim Perry, dissected the events for the elementary students and unfolded what was taking place before their eyes on the television screen. Perry started out explaining the Inaugural Day traditions. She also quizzed the students on “Who is that Former President on the TV screen?”; “When was our last Presidential Election?”; “How often do we have presidential elections?”; “Where is President George W. Bush going to live after today?”; “What is the significance of the bible as the President-Elect takes the Oath?”.  As Perry asked the questions, the students eagerly raised their hands to answer.  It was obvious the students were educated from home and from the classroom about the importance of the day.

During the Invocation given by Rev. Dr. Rick Warren, most of the students recognized the Lord’s Prayer and recited it freely along with him. Students and staff cheered and clapped loudly when the Barack Obama, face was displayed on the television screen as he entered into inauguration ceremony.

Wayne C. Schultz Middle School 6^th grader Jennifer Solis said, “Obama looks like a very nice and caring person”. When asked what their favorite part of the inaugural ceremony was?, 5^th grader Isaiah Lessard said, “His speech and how we are making history!”, Waller High School 9^th graders, Johnathan White said, “When the Obama family came out together”. 

Students had different perceptions on what they would like the new President to do for our nation and its kids.  When asked “What would you do for kids if you were President?” Waller High School 9^th Grader Quincey Mayes said, “help high school dropouts”, 5^th grader Jazmin Dominguez responded, “make it safer for kids after school so no one would get kidnapped”. 

When asked “What would you do for the nation as a whole if you were President?” 5^th Grader Jade Magoti said, “Help the poor and buy homes for all of them.” Waller High School students Jesus Rojas, Alejandro Valdez, and Carlos Bravo said, “help people get their immigration papers.” Jyrin Broussard said, “lower gas prices”, 10^th grader Garrett Colemen said “bring all of the troops home from war”.

The day in history had its own personal meaning to all that watched throughout the nation. Some Waller ISD students may not understand the full details of what happened on Inauguration Day but will one day be able to proudly say they had the opportunity to be a part of “history in the making”.