On September 11, 2014, students, staff and guests at James A. Dever Elementary School participated in a Patriot Day remembrance ceremony. This memorial/remembrance ceremony began with the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by the singing of the National Anthem. Several sixth grade students also read poems to mark the day. Principal Darren Gruen spoke about the importance of remembering those courageous people who lost their lives, and the first responders who worked so hard to save them. He also emphasized how this tragic event and the courageous acts that took place brought everyone together as a nation. The ceremony closed with a moment of silence by all those who attended. This event united the students and staff with feelings of service and patriotism.
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