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| A LESSON IN TELLING THE TRUTH |
February 29, 2000 |
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Last year, a number of disappointed students contacted me after a tour they paid ten dollars each for didn`t meet their expectations. Instead, they learned a valuable lesson in telling the truth and being skeptical about advertising.
I recently visited two of the schools that had an unfortunate experience with "Washington D.C. on Tour" and had an opportunity to visit with students, teachers, and parents. The students at Sierra Vista and Los Ranchos Elementary wanted to make sure that other students throughout the United States aren’t disappointed, as they were. After hearing from these students, I wrote my colleagues in Congress so they can warn school districts in their home states.
Life often teaches us difficult lessons, and experiencing those is part of what growing up is about. I’m very proud of the students at both schools who took a leadership role by writing to the newspapers, and to their Member of Congress, about something they thought was unfair. Because of their efforts, other students won`t be disappointed.That’s what helping your neighbors is all about. |
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