Waynesboro, PA – The Waynesboro Area Senior High School recently held its annual Flag Day ceremony, bringing together students, staff, and community members to honor the American flag and reflect on its significance. The event featured a moving rendition of the Star Spangled Banner performed by the school’s choir, setting a patriotic tone for the morning’s proceedings. Principal Steve Pinter welcomed attendees and emphasized the importance of remembering the values the flag represents, especially unity and freedom.
During the ceremony, local veterans were recognized for their service, and students shared essays about what the flag means to them. The event also included a flag-folding demonstration by members of the JROTC, who explained the symbolism behind each fold. The ceremony concluded with a moment of silence and the raising of a new flag, reminding all present of the enduring ideals that the Star Spangled Banner celebrates.
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