WASHINGTON and WASHINGTON Irving
Washington Irving Elementary in Edmond, Oklahoma received their portrait of George Washington. Cindy Young, their social studies fifth grade teacher and a big fan of the General, helped select the perfect spot for the painting. Inscribed next to Peale’s rendering of the first president are the famous words, “First in War, First in Peace, and First in the Hearts of His Countrymen.” These words were uttered by Henry Lee in his eulogy to Washington. I can think of no better words to illuminate the life of George Washington in the hallways of learning. Thank you Washington Irving Elementary.
November 12th, 2009 at 5:17 pm
What a wonderful presentation from Jan! My students are still talking about her energy and all that they learned about George Washington(that they thought they already knew).Thank you for this wonderful opportunity!
Having visited Mount Vernon with my fifth graders for the last 10 years, I would love to sit on the porch and look at the river once more! Thank you, again, Jan, and the teaching ambassador program! AWESOME!