Mayor Randall Woodfin received a superstar welcome at R.C. Hemphill Elementary in Alabama, where students and staff recreated The Jennifer Hudson Show’s iconic “Spirit Tunnel” for his arrival.
The special moment, filled with cheers, high-fives, and excitement, was a heartwarming tribute to the mayor’s dedication to education and youth development.
Woodfin, who has always been an advocate for literacy and student engagement, was all smiles as he made his way through the energetic tunnel of students before heading into the classroom to read to third-grade scholars in Mrs. Drummond and Mrs. Lewis’ classes.
Hemphill Elementary had me cheesin this morning.
— Randall Woodfin (@randallwoodfin) February 6, 2025
Thank you so much to the students and staff for such a warm welcome. I had a great time reading to our kids and spending time with so many bright minds. #Mufasa pic.twitter.com/Fc0t64lKhs
“Hemphill Elementary had me cheesin’ this morning,” Woodfin posted on X. “Thank you so much to the students and staff for such a warm welcome. I had a great time reading to our kids and spending time with so many bright minds. #Mufasa”
Hemphill Elementary expressed their excitement about the mayor’s visit, calling it an “exciting day on the Hill” in an Instagram post.
“Our students were engaged and excited as they listened to the Mayor’s reading, making it a truly memorable experience!” the school shared on the post.
The warm welcome was orchestrated by Hemphill’s administrative team, faculty, and peer helpers, who worked together to make the moment unforgettable. The school’s front staff and leadership ensured everything was in place, allowing students to interact with Mayor Woodfin in a way that felt personal and inspiring.
