Third graders at Ferdinand T. Day Elementary School were unexpectedly surprised with free Huffy bikes during an assembly this morning (Friday).
Earlier this month, the students participated in an essay contest writing about what they want to be when they grow up. Only the top three essayists would win bikes, the kids were told.
But during Friday’s assembly to announce the winners in the school gym, the 78 kids cheered wildly when told that they were all getting bikes and helmets, courtesy of Passport Auto Group. The initiative cost $12,750, according to Alexandria City Public Schools…