Students of Porter Elementary Celebrate educator Dr. Walter J. Porter, for whom their school is named
On September 19, 2024, we were honored to celebrate the life and accomplishments of educator, philanthropist and principal Dr. Walter J. Porter at his namesake school Porter Elementary, where he also taught. Porter Elementary is located directly next to the church in the Lincoln Park area, where we were delighted to hear from his daughter Yvette Porter Moore and her daughter Vanessa, who shared his legacy of inspiration and hope, including his contributions to the arts like playing drums, piano, and stand-up comedy. Superintendent Sharon Whitehurst Payne also spoke eloquently about continuing Dr. Porter’s legacy with models of student success and programs that benefit the complete child. The event included the Momentus Consulting Firm, which helped improve the school by painting and installing benches and artwork in honor of Dr. Porter. Teachers like Mr. Dimapilis and the rest of his staff are also striving to improve their students’ lives. Dr. Porter will be greatly missed, but his legacy will continue.
