Oklahoma Flagpole Dedication Ceremony

Tammy Cook, the principal welcomed guests and led the Pledge of Allegiance.

Shawn Arbaugh, US Army Veteran and Sandy Township manager spoke and shared what the flag meant to him and the symbolism of the colors.  Red symbolizes hardiness and valor, white symbolizes purity and innocence, and blue represents vigilance, perseverance, and justice.

Mr. Rich Fisherowski led students in singing,  America (My Country, 'Tis of Thee) followed by closing remarks from Joe Woods.


The DuBois Area Honor Guard

Sharon Wantuck - US Marine Corps

Rich Wantuck - US Marine Corps

Jack Hartzfeld - US Army


American Legion

Dayton Nixon - US Air Force - Commander, Post 17, DuBois


VFW

Joe Barber - US Army - Sr. Vice Commander, Post 813, DuBois


Marine Corps League

Dave Radaker - US Marine Corps - Sr. Vice Commandant, WM. L Dixon Detachment 289 Clearfield


Military Order of the Purple Heart

Joe Woods - US Marine Corps - Commander, Chapter 519, Military Order of the Purple Heart, DuBois