U.S. Surgeon General Visits A.C. Moore Elementary School

Vice Admiral Richard H. Carmona, U.S. Surgeon General, visited A.C. Moore Elementary School on Wednesday, March 1, as part of his 50-state tour to encourage students to make healthy life choices. Through the 50 Schools in 50 States Initiative, the Surgeon General will visit at least one school in each of the 50 states, Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico during his tenure to talk to students about the dangers of risky behaviors, such as underage drinking, smoking and obesity.

Dr. Carmona made brief remarks and then took questions from the youngsters. A.C. Moore is located at 333 Etiwan Avenue.

"We are just thrilled that A.C. Moore was selected as his stop in South Carolina," said Principal Quantina Haggwood. "It is indeed an honor and a privilege for our school and Richland One."

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