Pledge of Alligence - FCPS

[Anonymous]

We will move to FCPS this summer from overseas and I'm wondering if my kids will need to know the pledge for school? Is it said each morning in FCPS schools? Kids will be in elementary.

TIA!

[Anonymous]

Yep, my first grade DD just confirmed it for me. It's said every morning.

One nation, under God.

[Anonymous]

Thank you. I'll make sure they know it.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Yep, my first grade DD just confirmed it for me. It's said every morning.

One nation, under God.

Actually, to be perfectly precise, it's

One nation under God.

There is no comma, thus no hesitation.

I learned that in 5th grade and still remember it to this day.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Yep, my first grade DD just confirmed it for me. It's said every morning.

One nation, under God.

Actually, to be perfectly precise, it's

One nation under God.

There is no comma, thus no hesitation.

I learned that in 5th grade and still remember it to this day.

And one of the most shameful things ever done in this country. They should stick to the original pledge, which makes no reference to a deity. It's offensive.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Yep, my first grade DD just confirmed it for me. It's said every morning.

One nation, under God.

Actually, to be perfectly precise, it's

One nation under God.

There is no comma, thus no hesitation.

I learned that in 5th grade and still remember it to this day.

And one of the most shameful things ever done in this country. They should stick to the original pledge, which makes no reference to a deity. It's offensive.

Are you ewually offended by our Declaration of Independence?

So glad they teach and recite the Pledge in school.

One nation under God.

[Anonymous]

It is recited daily. It's state law.

[Anonymous]

It is recited daily and I agree that "under God" should not have been added (in the 50's, I believe). I usually just don't say those words.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:It is recited daily and I agree that "under God" should not have been added (in the 50's, I believe). I usually just don't say those words.

That is your right, and one of the great freedoms of living in this wonderful country! On the other hand, many others will be saying it and appreciative for the opportunity to do so.

[Anonymous]

The Pledge is recited in all schools and is taught in Kindergarten. However, students cannot be compelled to recite it--they can sit or stand in respectful silence. Of course, you'll be hard-pressed to find an elementary school kid who is going to not do what everyone else is doing.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Yep, my first grade DD just confirmed it for me. It's said every morning.

One nation, under God.

Actually, to be perfectly precise, it's

One nation under God.

There is no comma, thus no hesitation.

I learned that in 5th grade and still remember it to this day.

And one of the most shameful things ever done in this country. They should stick to the original pledge, which makes no reference to a deity. It's offensive.

Sweets, if you think this is "one of the most shameful things ever done in this country," you need to get out more. Obviously, you are someone who likes to get offended because the sky is blue, while ignoring real problems in the world.

[Anonymous]

Back to the original post..yes they recite it every morning as a group. If they don't know it perfectly right away, they won't stand out. And they'll learn it in no time. No need to worry.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:It is recited daily. It's state law.

Have you ever wondered how long a "pledge" lasts? I mean, shouldn't it be if you pledge allegiance once you've pledged for ever? Why does someone need to pledge daily? Do wedding vows need to be said daily? I know this may seem silly, but it is one of those things that kind of stick with me when I ponder it. .

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Yep, my first grade DD just confirmed it for me. It's said every morning.

One nation, under God.

Actually, to be perfectly precise, it's

One nation under God.

There is no comma, thus no hesitation.

I learned that in 5th grade and still remember it to this day.

And one of the most shameful things ever done in this country. They should stick to the original pledge, which makes no reference to a deity. It's offensive.

You're welcome. Your freedom was bought and paid for by American Service Members. God goes with them into battle and back home. Yes, all God's children say it loud and proud around here. We are a very densely military and patriotic area. Welcome and ignore those among us with little faith.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Yep, my first grade DD just confirmed it for me. It's said every morning.

One nation, under God.

Actually, to be perfectly precise, it's

One nation under God.

There is no comma, thus no hesitation.

I learned that in 5th grade and still remember it to this day.

And one of the most shameful things ever done in this country. They should stick to the original pledge, which makes no reference to a deity. It's offensive.

You're welcome. Your freedom was bought and paid for by American Service Members. God goes with them into battle and back home. Yes, all God's children say it loud and proud around here. We are a very densely military and patriotic area. Welcome and ignore those among us with little faith.