full Indoor pre-Pledge ceremony for Deputy Flick

[ DON'T READ ALOUD ANY TEXT BETWEEN BRACKETS ;) ]
[ This is the special script for Colorado schools to perform an indoor pre-Pledge ceremony on 2/9/2018
... We recommend having 2-3 students read the script in front of their class before the Pledge while projecting the ceremony on a screen because students will listen better and have a more engaging, respectful experience OR have 2-3 students read it over the school PA system while students listen closely. ]
Optional start to ceremony states, "Students and teachers you're invited to follow this 2-minute multimedia ceremony on your phone. Go to BeaconofHonor.org/DeputyFlick"

Good morning, __(insert name of school, such as "Heritage Elementary")__
Welcome to today's Beacon of Honor
Pre-Pledge Observance
for Friday, February 9th
#FlagDayFriday

Students do you know who ordered the U.S. and Colorado flags to be lowered to half-staff from Tuesday until Saturday, and why?
PLEASE, BE RESPECTFUL and LISTEN CLOSELY

TODAY'S FLAG STATUS:

The Governor of Colorado ordered Our Flags to fly at half-staff, from sunrise on Tuesday to sunset this Saturday, February 10th, to honor El Paso County Deputy Micah Flick, whose funeral is on Saturday. Deputy Flick, age ?? and married with two 7-year old twin daughters??, was shot and killed while conducting an auto theft investigation on Monday afternoon. Today, students at schools across Colorado are paying their final respects to Micah Flick by doing this pre-Pledge tribute.

THIS WEEK'S FALLEN MILITARY TO HONOR:

During this past week, thankfully, there were no new fallen combatants in the Global War on Terrorism. So far, in 2018, there have been 2 fallen U.S. Army soldiers - 1 serving in Iraq and 1 in Afghanistan.

THIS WEEK'S HISTORICAL REMINDER FROM OUR FLAG:

[ = public domain image ]

For this #FlagDayFriday, we celebrate the African American History Month theme of "African Americans in Time of War," by recalling the heroics of the first African American recipient of the Medal of Honor, Sergeant William Harvey Carney of the 54th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment. During the Civil War's Battle of Fort Wagner, Carney led the charge of Union soldiers attacking Fort Wagner with only the U.S. Flag in his hands. He was wounded by at least 3 gunshots, but continued to guide his fellow soldiers and never let Our Flag fall to the ground. While getting medical treatment after the battle, he proudly proclaimed, " ... "

RECALLING DEPUTY MICAH FLICK'S LIFE OF SERVICE:

[ El Paso County Sherriff patrol car memorial = fair use / educational use from Facebook upload ]

Like Medal of Honor recipient Carney, Deputy Micah Flick, did not hesitate to carry-out his duties during a dangerous situation on Monday. He served and protected the citizens of El Paso County, which includes the city of Colorado Springs, for 11 years. In fact, Monday was the 11th anniversary of him joining the El Paso County Sheriff's Office back in 2007. Sheriff Elder, said this about Deputy Flick, "He was a great man who was extremely well-respected and did well at what he did. That's why he progressed through the ranks in quick fashion."

And, in a statement to the public, Flick's family wrote, "Micah was truly passionate about helping those who could not help themselves. Knowing the risks, he pursued that mission with all he had. Our family is grieving the loss of a hero; a man who reacted instantaneously and selflessly to protect the public and fellow law enforcement officers."

Deputy Flick grew up in Colorado Springs, graduated from Colorado Springs Christian Schools, and leaves behind wife and 7-year old fraternal twins, a boy and a girl.

[ Deputy Micah Flick = design by and courtesy of KOAA ]

[Optional: 'Taps' music to play before the Pledge (adds 1-minute to ceremony)]

In closing, ...
... let's show our appreciation and pride for the brave service of Deputy Micah Flick, those injured alongside him on Monday, and all of our law enforcement community by dedicating this Pledge of Allegiance to them.
Please, stand and place our hands upon our hearts as we state the Pledge of Allegiance.

Thanks for participating in today's Beacon of Honor - Awakens Our Flag
Pre-Pledge Ceremony
Now, go be a good citizen!!!

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END OF CEREMONY
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In God We Trust
(Official motto of the United States of America)

[Cover of U.S. Government Publication]

The U.S. Flag Code:
provides Our Flag's Rules and Regulations

[HIGHLIGHTS OF: The U.S. Flag Code stating how citizens should conduct themselves during this ceremony is below.]

Title 36, Chapter 10 PATRIOTIC CUSTOMS
National anthem; Star-Spangled Banner, conduct during playing:
During rendition of the national anthem when the flag is displayed, all present except those in uniform should stand at attention facing the flag with the right hand over the heart. Men not in uniform should remove their headdress with their right hand and hold it at the left shoulder, the hand being over the heart. Persons in uniform should render the military salute at the first note of the anthem and retain this position until the last note. When the flag is not displayed, those present should face toward the music and act in the same manner they would if the flag were displayed there.
Note: A new law was passed on October 30, 2008 that authorizes veterans and active-duty military not in uniform can now render the military-style hand salute during the playing of the national anthem. This publication is currently being updated to reflect the new law.

Pledge of Allegiance to the flag; manner of delivery:
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag, "I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.", should be rendered by standing at attention facing the flag with the right hand over the heart. When not in uniform men should remove their headdress with their right hand and hold it at the left shoulder, the hand being over the heart. Persons in uniform should remain silent, face the flag, and render the military salute.

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Credits: Unless otherwise noted here, photos displayed each day are public domain images, pictures by Sean Sweeney, or used by permission.

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