A Day of Dialogue

On November 14, 1960, six-year-old first-grader Ruby Bridges stepped into the history books when she integrated William Frantz Elementary School. She was not looking to make history. She just wanted to go to school and have the opportunity to learn, and to do so safely. But her courageous action and historic steps initiated the desegregation of New Orleans’ public schools.

Today, hundreds of thousands of students across the country are joining together for Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day. Started by a class of AAA School Safety Patrollers, this nationwide movement is more than just a walk. It’s about inspiring students to find their passion and strength – one step at a time.