Flag Day Ceremony and America250! Essay Awards

PORT ANGELES, WA — The public is invited to attend a special Flag Day observance hosted by the
Michael Trebert Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR), on Sunday, June
14, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at the Northwest Veterans Resource Center, 216 South Francis Street, Port Angeles,
on the south side of the building.
The ceremony will include the dignified retirement of worn 100% cotton American flags collected by the
Northwest Veterans Resource Center, conducted in accordance with the U.S. Flag Code.
The event will also feature the presentation of awards for the Michael Trebert NSDAR Chapter Clallam
County America250! Fifth Grade Essay Contest. Open to all fifth-grade students in Clallam County—
included public, private, and homeschool students—the contest challenged participants to write a 250–300-word
essay answering the question: “Who Is Your Favorite American Revolutionary War Hero and Why?”
The top three student winners will be recognized during the ceremony. Awards include a $100 stipend, medal,
and certificate for first place, and $75 stipends, medals, and certificates for second and third place.
“Flag Day is an opportunity to honor our nation’s flag, remember those who have defended our freedoms, and
inspire future generations of Americans,” said Nancy Zimmermann, Regent of the Michael Trebert Chapter
NSDAR.
The brief patriotic program will include remarks, recognition of the student winners, the flag retirement
ceremony, and refreshments. Families, veterans, students, educators, and community members are encouraged
to attend this meaningful celebration of patriotism, civic engagement, and America’s approaching 250th
anniversary.
The event is free and open to the public.