Serving, Supporting, and Advocating for Rochester Veterans
The Rochester Veterans Council invites your classroom to join us in honoring our nation’s heroes through the School Yard Salute! To help instill a sense of pride, community, and patriotism, we are providing your school with free U.S. stick flags for students to place directly on the school front lawn leading up to Veterans Day on Wednesday, November 11, 2026.
How It Works
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Free Flag Delivery: The Rochester Veterans Council will drop off bundles of small U.S. stick flags directly to your school's main office.
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Classroom Activity: Take a few minutes with your class to discuss the significance of Veterans Day and the courage of our servicemen and women.
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Plant the Lawn Display: Have your students plant their flags along the front lawn or walkway of the school grounds to create a visible field of honor.
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Community Honor: Leave the flags on display through Veterans Day week to welcome students, parents, and local veterans passing by.
Key Details & Schedule
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Flag Pickup/Delivery Window: Early November 2026
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Lawn Planting Dates: Monday, November 9 – Tuesday, November 10, 2026
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Veterans Day Observance: Wednesday, November 11, 2026
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Location: Your school grounds (Rochester School District)
What We Do
Serving Those Who Served
The Rochester Veterans Council is a coalition of local Rochester organizations united by a shared mission: to serve, support, and advocate for the veterans of our community. Acting as a collective voice for Rochester's veterans, we work to connect individuals and families with vital resources for veterans, organize meaningful community events such as the annual Memorial Day parade, raise funds to support veteran-focused initiatives, and provide assistance in many forms to those who have served. Through collaboration, dedication, and community involvement, the Rochester Veterans Council honors service and strengthens support for veterans throughout Rochester, NH.
Dedicated to serving those who have served; supporting and advocating for Rochester veterans. We are a collective voice for local veterans, connecting individuals and families with vital resources.
Rochester Veterans Council
