Before addressing the nation from the Newtown High School auditorium on Sunday night, President Obama took a moment to respond to a whiteboard message written by two NHS teachers.
Source: @newtownfootball / via: facebook.com
The note reads:
"Dear President Obama,
The Newtown community is so thankful that you are coming to help us heal. In times of adversity it is reassuring to know that we have a strong leader to help us recover."
- Steve George, Teacher/Football Coach
- Bobby Pattison, Teacher
The President's response:
"You're in our thoughts and prayers."
-Barack Obama