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Originally Posted by thetygerlily
Agreed. I've never been a fan of the "under god" part, but I always stood out of respect for the pledge and the others in the room.
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Originally Posted by epchick
I'm a sub, and I don't mind if the kids don't say the Pledge or sing the National Anthem. But they will stand, and they will NOT be disruptive to the students, because that is just a lack of respect.
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Originally Posted by SWTXBelle
When I taught in a public school, all students stood as a matter of respect, but no one HAD to say the pledge.
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I participate in the pledge, and unless the national anthem is being performed in a way that discourages others from singing, I sing along. It's important to me, so I do it.
Having said that, I don't agree with making students stand for the pledge. While some people view standing as a sign of respect, others see it as something more. Plus, I figure requiring people to stand and/or pledge is completely contrary to the sentiment. Kinda like having to tell someone you want them to hug you.
If you want to stand and pledge, fine. If you want to stand only, fine. If you don't want to stand or pledge, fine.