This year, because there is no gymnasium, they meet on the basketball court. One student is responsible each day for presenting the American Flag before the student body. Students celebrating birthdays present books they've brought for the library. One class does a short skit, song or presentations related to the moral focus theme of the month. According to the principal, students love the opening ceremony because they feel like they're part of a group.
Students view their school as a big family.
Everyone enjoys participating in important American traditions together. Teachers, staff and students model good behavior for each other. It starts the day on a positive, united, official note. Many parents stay for the opening ceremony, opting to spend a few more minutes with their children, reinforcing the importance of school. At Canton Charter Academy, character education is integrated into the classroom on a daily basis.