Barack Obama Elementary, Now That's A Change!

One thing that cannot be denied, Barack Obama spreads feelings of hope and optimism wherever he goes. That is especially true for the children at was previously known as Ludlum Elementary School out in Hempstead, NY. The attention in their area was magnified during the final debate that was held only a few minutes away at Hofstra University. They held their own debate, but the winner in their minds (not only the nation's) is now written all over their school, literally.

From ABC News:

A New York elementary school has been re-named in honor of President-elect Barack Obama. Ludlum Elementary School in Long Island's Hempstead Union Free School District was re-named at a board meeting Thursday, at the request of numerous school students.

"Just to watch these kids after the board voted on what they asked them to do, they were so elated," school district superintendent Dr. Joseph Laria told ABC News. "You want to talk about "Yes we can!"? That was a lesson in democracy."

Effective immediately, Ludlum will now be known as Barack Obama Elementary School, following a decision by the board to adopt the resolution drafted by students and staff.

It looks like the grown-ups did right by following the students' lead. They become the first school to be renamed for Barack, though Antigua beat them in timing overall by renaming one of their mountains. With almost two months to go until he officially becomes President, it makes me wonder how many buildings, streets and yes, mountains, will be renamed for our 44th President. Imagine a year, eight years or eighty years from now, he really could give some notable past-Presidents a run for their money. One thing is for sure, the current competition is easy to overcome.