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Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 2:37 AM

Veritas Celebrates Patriotism with Purpose

Veritas Celebrates Patriotism with Purpose
Veritas students gather around the flag pole to sing patriotic songs.

As Independence Day approaches, Americans across the country prepare to celebrate the birth of a nation founded on liberty, justice and the pursuit of truth. At Veritas Preparatory School, this celebration is more than fireworks and festivities—it’s an opportunity to instill deep respect for country, leadership and civil discourse in the next generation.

Veritas believes in teaching students to honor their country and its leaders, while also equipping them with the tools to thoughtfully engage with differing viewpoints. Each school day begins with the Pledge of Allegiance, a daily reminder of the unity and ideals that bind the nation together. In classrooms, students learn and sing patriotic songs such as “The Star-Spangled Banner” and “America the Beautiful,” joining voices as a school community at least once a month to celebrate the values these songs uphold.

Beyond tradition, Veritas emphasizes critical thinking and civic responsibility. Older students are taught to research, analyze, and support their political and social opinions with reason and respect. Beginning in second grade, all students participate in the annual Speech Meet, with upper-grade students delivering persuasive speeches that demonstrate their growing rhetorical and analytical skills.

“We want our students to grow into citizens who love their country, engage respectfully, and understand both their rights and responsibilities,” said Assistant Headmaster David Ernst. “We teach them that disagreement isn’t disrespect—what matters is how you express it and what steps you take to make a difference.”

Veritas also draws on timeless biblical principles, encouraging students to pray for their leaders, even in times of disagreement. Romans 13 and 1 Timothy 2 remind the community to uphold those in authority through prayer and respect, modeling a posture of humility and honor.

As the Fourth of July draws near, Veritas Preparatory School remains committed to nurturing students who not only love their country, but also lead it well—through thoughtfulness, faith, and conviction.

 


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