Naomi, 17, Back in Class After Elevator Fix
Naomi Jones, a 17-year-old student with brittle bone disease, is back in class at Alexandria High School after being isolated on the first floor due to a broken elevator. Her story, aired on KALB, led to swift action, with the elevator fixed within three weeks.
Jones, a junior, found herself unable to access the upper floors of her school after the elevator broke. She had to complete assignments alone in an art classroom, missing out on classroom interactions and teacher explanations. Despite the disruption, Jones believes speaking out made a difference. After her story was aired, the Rapides Parish School Board, led by Van Davis, worked with administrators to ensure students maintained access to their educational programs during the disruption. Jones is now catching up on the learning she missed and is back in class, reconnecting with teachers and friends.
Jones' courage in speaking out has led to a resolution. The elevator is fixed, and she is back in class, receiving the education she deserves. The Rapides Parish School Board's swift action ensured students maintained access to their educational programs during the disruption.
