11.14.2025: Ruby Bridge's Walk to School Day

The community is invited to attend a special event at La Pine Frontier Heritage Park at 9:15 a.m. on Friday, November 14, 2025, to commemorate nationally recognized "Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day." In 1960, six-year-old Ruby Bridges made history when she became the first Black student to attend an all-white elementary school in New Orleans. This event is intended as a way to celebrate friendship, courage, and the idea that everyone deserves to feel safe and welcome at school. The event includes educational displays and activities about Ruby Bridges’ courageous walk along with guest speakers. La Pine Elementary and Rosland Elementary students are participating as a curricular field trip. Following the event, students will walk to La Pine Elementary as a way to honor Ruby's walk.