September 11: We Will Never Forget.

As we pause as a nation to remember those who perished on September 11, 2001, as well as the brave soldiers who have fallen in the fight against terrorism since then, we wanted to take a moment to reflect on the many examples of selflessness and unity that still binds our country even 15 years later.

This poem, written by a then 7th grade student Hannah Schoechert, reminds us of the strength and resilience our nation and our people possess, even in the face of unspeakable tragedy.

We’re Still Standing
by Hannah Schoechert, 7th grade student

Those twin towers
Standing tall with pride,
Fell with grieving hearts.
Stunned, America cried.

But we’re still standing.

Bin Laden tried
To crush our land,
But we stood our ground
With our flag in hand.

And we’re still standing.

Red for valor
And the blood that fell.
White for purity
Our heroes tell.
Blue for the justice
That will be done,
Proving once more
These colors don’t run.

And we’re still standing.