Joseph (J.D.) Hatton, a student at Summerville High School, has been accepted into the People to People Presidential Inauguration program. Hatton will join a select group of returning People to People travelers from around the world to celebrate this monumental event in Washington, D.C.
This special delegation will witness the swearing-in of Barack Obama as the 44th president of the United States and listen to his inaugural address. They will also gain insights into American leaders throughout history during discussions with political experts, access to the U.S. Capitol and National Archives, exploration of the newly reopened National Museum of American History and visits to Washington’s treasured monuments and memorials.
Hatton volunteers in the Charleston Miracle League in West Ashley and is also looking forward to volunteering at the Future Summerville Miracle League being constructed at the Saul Alexander playground on N. Laurel St. Hatton attended Newington Elementary School and Gregg Middle School.
In 2007 Hatton traveled with the People to People Organization to Australia. As a successful People to People delegate, he earned an exclusive invitation to this unique program.
The program is coordinated by People to People Leadership Programs to fulfill the vision President Dwight D. Eisenhower had for fostering world citizenship when he founded People to People during his presidency in 1956. For more information, visit www.peopletopeople.com.
He is the son of Sandy and Steve Hatton and the brother of Sarah Hatton.
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What a great honor. The trip will be another lifetime experience. I look forward to seeing more accomplishments in the future. JD, you are a great asset to our community. Mrs. Whittaker
Posted by: Mrs. Whittaker
Congratulations! What a special honor! I hope you have great weather and a fabulous time. It's a super program.
Posted by: Ms Ginny
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