Pledge of Allegiance
A short pledge to the US flag that many public schools recite at the start of the day; students cannot be compelled to take part.
- Used in
- United States
- Topic
- School life
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- A short daily period in US schools for attendance and announcements, similar to UK registration and tutor time.
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