The mission of the YBES Patriot program is to provide an opportunity for students to gain a sense of patriotism.  Memorization, interpretation, and community service activities will be offered at each grade level.  Students who complete these activities will develop an awareness and appreciation of our country’s past, present, and future.

 General Elements of Each Grade Level
A.   Specific time window for each grade                                              
B.    Cumulative must do’s including:
     a.     Pledge
     b.    Flag facts
     c.     Government officials
     d.     Geography/locations
C.    Must do’s which have choices
D.   Community Service
    Please read the Community Service note below!
"Students may complete choices on the list, and/or additional community service activities not listed.  Parent/Supervising Adult must complete the description for all community service activities, and sign the slip of paper." 
E.    Incentives/Rewards
F.  Celebration Assembly
     a.  Primary Grades: K, 1, 2
     b.  Intermediate Grades: 3, 4, 5

Parents who are available to volunteer to test in the mornings from 8:30-9:00 am,
please contact your child's teacher!