Wife of Gov. Scott visits schools in Boca and Lake Park

BOCA RATON — Ann Scott, the First Lady of Florida, made a surprise visit to Boca Raton Elementary and Lake Park Elementary March 30. She toured several classrooms and read to students at both schools.

“Her time at Boca El was short but it did make a lasting impression with the students and staff.  Mrs. Scott’s love for literacy was evident in that she took the time to read a book to students in three different grade levels (kindergarten, first, and 2ndgrade),” said Gerald Riopelle, Boca Raton Elementary principal.  “Students were excited about her visit, asked a lot of questions about the books she read and what it is like being the First Lady of Florida,” he added.

After visiting each classroom, Boca Raton Elementary presented her with cards from the students and a bouquet of flowers.

“During her short visit at Lake Park Elementary, she enthusiastically read to our students, answered any and all of their questions, honored each request to have a picture taken with her, and was receptive to all hugs and high fives.  As for me, I am convinced that Ann Scott has a heart for children,” said Valerie Reddick Mason, principal at Lake Park Elementary.