On day 5 of our trip, we were able to drive to Little Rock, Arkansas to visit Little Rock Central High School. When we first arrived, the group went downtown to see statues of the 9 students that integrated this school that was made only for white students. After seeing the statues, the group visited the Central High Visitors Center. At the center, we learned about the very beginning of the United States until present day and important facts and quotes about the nine students. We also watched a film on The Little Rock Nine, their struggle, and the uproar that took place. Because the school was right across the street, we walked over and had a tour of the school. To think about how hard the students had to fight in order to even step foot inside of the school and to see the diversity in the school was heart touching. Their consistency, hard work, pain and tears paid off.
Being able to stand in the same spot that so much history has taken place is amazing. This trip has humbled me so much. I appreciate everyone that came before me to fight for the rights of all people. I have also realized how much I take for granted. What I have done in the past cannot change, but I will redirect my future.
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