Candace
A DoDEA senior at AFNORTH High School in The Netherlands, attended the inauguration of President Barack Obama as part of the Presidential Youth Leadership Conference. She describes the sights, sounds, and feelings she experienced at a variety of Inauguration events.
Dr. Shirley A. Miles
DoDEA's Director Dr. Shirley A. Miles, shares her inauguration experience. As an educator and administrator, she provides insight into the Inauguration's lessons and "teachable moments" for students and teachers.
Dr. Jennifer Beckwith
Dr. Jennifer Beckwith, Principal, Kaiserslautern, High School, relates her Inauguration memories, the Inauguration's historical significance, and its impact on her as well as students and teachers everywhere.
The presidential inauguration is the official day that the President of the United States is sworn into office. The purpose of this inauguration is to honor the incoming president with formal ceremonies, including: a Presidential Swearing-in Ceremony, an Inaugural Address, and an Inaugural Parade. The inauguration took place on January 20, 2009 in Washington D.C. on the steps of the United States Capitol.
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Video Testimonials
Dr. Shirley Miles, DoDEA Director
Dr. Jennifer Beckwith, Principal, Kaiserslautern HS (Germany)
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Inauguration History
For more than two hundred years America's citizens have witnessed the Inauguration ceremonies of the President and Vice President of the United States. From the first Inauguration of George Washington, in New York City, in 1789, to today, the swearing-in ceremony represents both national renewal and continuity of leadership. As each president has offered a vision for America's future, we reflect on the heritage of Inaugurations past.
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Resources
Obama Takes Oath of Office as 44th President
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