The Associated Press: NY school officially renamed for President Obama

The Associated Press: NY school officially renamed for President Obama:

"HEMPSTEAD, N.Y. (AP) — Students got their wish Wednesday as their school was officially renamed Barack Obama Elementary School. School officials believe it's the first in the nation to be renamed for the 44th president, and they said the idea to change the name of Ludlum Elementary School came from the children themselves. The students wrote essays and held mock debates during the campaign, and paid close attention when Obama and Republican Sen. John McCain met in their final presidential debate at Hofstra University, about a mile from their school on Long Island. 'It really sends a message to children that when they get involved they can make a difference,' said acting school Superintendent Joseph Laria."