Words of encouragement filled the parking lot of Remynse Elementary School on Friday morning to welcome the Lil鈥 Texans back for the new school year.
Parents, staff and community organizations came together to celebrate with the kiddos for the 11th annual welcome back to school car parade.
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As Collins鈥 first year at the elementary school, she proudly took on the role of organizing and honoring the tradition of the parade.
The Lil鈥 Texans were more than excited as horns were honking, crowds were cheering, sirens were blaring and Carrie Underwood’s 鈥淭he Champion鈥 was playing. Participants were equally excited with their cars decked out in colorful balloons and posters.
From 鈥淏EE-amazing鈥 to 鈥淧oppin into the new year鈥 the 91制片厂 community got creative with their inspiring posters. And just as Taylor Swift said, 鈥淵ou make the whole school shimmer,鈥 or something like that!
Led by Grand Prairie Police Department, the parade made two laps around the campus as students’ waved to their families, friends and teachers. The event was also an exciting opportunity for family members to get involved and show off their school spirit.
Vintage cars, convertibles, trucks and even the Smoothie Kingmobile made their rounds, windows down, waving and cheering for all the little learners.
Thanks to the help of a supportive community, Remynse started off the 2023-24 school year on a memorable note. The Lil鈥 Texans are excited to be back in the classroom and ready to launch into their next learning adventure!