Merry Christmas! Earlier this month, President Barack Obama surprised Parkside Community Academy students on the South Side of Chicago with presents, a Christmas book reading, and some holiday cheer. To all those celebrating the holiday, we hope your day is merry and bright! | Obama Foundation

73K views · 3.1K reactions | When the Obama Foundation Scholars gathered in Chicago to explore the city, share their stories, and prepare for their academic journey ahead, President Barack Obama provided them with a pep talk. Hear what he had to say: obama.org/scholars | Obama Foundation | Facebook

“I had to learn how to love my story and to tell it with pride. I grew up on the South Side of Chicago and I'm proud of that.” This week, former First Lady Michelle Obama returned to her hometown to host our latest Futures Series at Hyde Park Academy. Take a look at some of the advice she shared with the students: | Obama Foundation