Creekside Elementary School in Kaysville recently hosted a poignant event to commemorate the iconic walk of Ruby Bridges, the civil rights pioneer who bravely integrated a New Orleans elementary school in 1960. On the exact date of Ruby's historic walk, Creekside Elementary students, teachers, and community members came together to honor her courage and promote unity and inclusivity within the community.

Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day was started at an Elementary School in San Francisco and has spread across the nation with the help of the Ruby Bridges Foundation. The Foundation offers information and kits to help schools spread awareness and promote equality. Nov. 14 has been recognized in many states officially as Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day and the celebration of the historic day continues to gain recognition.  

On Nov. 14, the local community including Kaysville Mayor Tami Tran, the Kaysville Police Department, and members of the Layton City Council, gathered at Creekside Elementary to celebrate Ruby Bridges’ determination and resilience. The event kicked off with a brief introduction to Ruby’s story, highlighting her bravery in the face of adversity and the significance of her walk to William Frantz Elementary School over 60 years ago. That morning, students, accompanied by police officers and community members, embarked on a symbolic five-block walk around the neighborhood near the school, echoing Ruby’s historic journey. Participants were asked to wear purple as a show of unity.

The walk was made possible with the support of local law enforcement, who provided a police escort to ensure the safety of the students and community members. Parents, teachers, and local leaders joined in, carrying signs and banners with messages of unity and inclusivity. The day symbolizes an important step forward in our country’s history and how even young minds can stand up to adversity.