"The U.S. Flag stands for all that we hold dear--- Freedom, Democracy, Government of the People, by the People and for the People." Henry Cabot Lodge, 1913

Students in the fourth and fifth grade at Hillendale were recently presented with a program about Americanism. The program was arranged for the students by Mr. Silknitter and was presented by members of the General Smedley D. Butler Detachment Marine Corps League. The assembly instructed the students in the history, care, and proper respect for the American flag and what it represents. Student Quotes: I learned a lot about the flag that I did not know. It was real fun! Did you know that the USA had a lot more than one flag? - Marta I enjoyed the flag program. I especially enjoyed learning about the different stages of the US flag. - Meredith It was very interesting and I learned a lot of new facts about America and our flag. - Jenna I liked the flag program very much. Usually at things like that I don't want tot pay attention. The people that were running the program made it very interesting. I learned a lot from it. I hope they come next year. - Katie L. Following the program the school was presented with a Certificate of Appreciation and each student received a folder entitled, "Our Flag," and a wallet sized certificate. Flag Facts The U.S. Flag, adopted on June 14, 1977, is the fourth oldest national flag in the world. Denmark's flag, adopted in 1219, is the oldest. A flag expert is called a "vesillologist." The blue field on the U.S. Flag is called the "union." On Memorial Day (the last Monday in May), to honor all who died in battle, the flag should be displayed at half-staff until noon only, then raised to the top of the staff for the remainder of the day. June 14 was proclaimed Flag Day by President Woodrow Wilson in 1916.   Back to Welcome Page