Prescott High School students had a special visitor last week when Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers returned for his second visit to the school, spending time with students in two classrooms and participating in their learning activities.

Invited by Prescott High School social studies teacher Jeff Ryan, Evers visited Ryan's Geography class and Angela Boles' Intro to Baking and Pastry Arts class. Rather than simply stopping by for a quick appearance, the Governor actively participated in both classes, interacting with students and taking part in classroom activities.

“What a wonderful bunch of students you have at Prescott High School,” Evers remarked during his visit.

For the students, the opportunity to meet and interact with Wisconsin's Governor made for an especially memorable day.

“It was really cool to have Gov. Evers visit our class, and it made it even better that he was in my group,” said ninth-grader Landon Brazzale.

Prescott junior Daniel Rumbo was equally impressed.

“He was a really nice man and he knew his geography, but I guess that would make sense if you are the Governor. Having the chance to meet him up close and personal was a great experience,” Rumbo said.

For Ryan, the visit represents a continuation of a tradition spanning more than three decades. Throughout his teaching career, Ryan has regularly invited federal and state lawmakers to Prescott High School, believing students benefit from opportunities to meet elected officials, ask questions, and see government and public service beyond the pages of a textbook.

Evers is completing his second term as Wisconsin's governor and announced that he would not seek re-election. Governor-elect David Crowley is scheduled to take the oath of office next January, becoming Wisconsin's 47th governor.

“I’ll put in a good word for all of you.” said Evers.  “I’ll urge Gov. Crowley to visit Prescott High School in the future.”

Submitted by Prescott School District