Edina Public Schools - 2017 Citizenship Ceremony
Monday, May 8, 2017
Naturalization ceremony for 31 new citizens
Administration of the Oath of Allegiance
Pledge of Allegiance
Welcome and remarks from the presiding judge
Areas of Interest (3)
- Federal naturalization ceremony highlights local cultural diversity with 31 new citizens from 18 countries.
- US Magistrate Judge David T. Schultz emphasizes civic responsibility and jury duty in first naturalization hearing.
- Local school serves as venue for federal court proceedings, highlighting community integration efforts.
Notable Quotes (2)
The strength of our nation lies in the diversity of our people. For that reason today it is you who bless us.
DiversityAddressing the new citizens regarding the value of immigration.
If you find yourself called to jury duty don't think this is really an imposition... recognize that you are doing something very sacred.
Jury DutyExplaining the civic obligations of citizenship.
People (3)
David T. SchultzUnited States Magistrate JudgeOfficiating his first naturalization ceremony in the District of Minnesota.
1 quote
Officiating his first naturalization ceremony in the District of Minnesota.
“The one thing I can guarantee you is that at the end of this you will be citizens and hopefully I'll still be a judge.”
Opening remarks to the new citizens.
Jason PoirierRepresentativeRead the names of countries and moved for the oath to be administered.
Read the names of countries and moved for the oath to be administered.
Arnold BigbyRepresentativeRecognized by the judge for attending the ceremony.
Recognized by the judge for attending the ceremony.
Places Mentioned
District of MinnesotaSt. Paul, MinnesotaSouth View Middle School
Events & Meetings (1)
- Naturalization Ceremony held at South View Middle School, District of Minnesota