Roosevelt ISD students examine historical elections ahead of 2024 vote

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) -Students at Roosevelt Independent School District are investigating the pivotal elections of the 1800s, uncovering lessons relevant to today’s political landscape.

By analyzing the debates and tensions of the past, they are gaining insights into current presidential politics with the goal of preparing the students for future elections.

“There’s talk about immigration,” Social Studies UIL coach Dallas Grimes said, “and where it was French immigrants coming over and now (we) compare that to the current issue of immigrants coming from South America and Central America.”

Grimes highlights the importance of these historical lessons, encouraging students to critically engage with political discussions.

Through these discussions students are learning to navigate today’s political challenges, equipping them for political conversations.

One student, Irene Martin, said learning about past elections has influenced her understanding of today’s political dynamics.

“I guess you could say the same about this coming election. They don’t really agree on a lot of subjects, and it was the same thing back then,” Martin said.