Students Honour Legion Members in Song

On November 13, 2025, Bastion School had the privilege of welcoming two gentlemen from the Legion as they returned to collect the poppy donations from the school. Each year, they kindly drop off the poppy boxes and return later to pick them up. This is a tradition deeply valued by the school.

As the Legion members approached the front doors, a group of students noticed them and, completely spontaneously, began singing "O Canada." The gentlemen stopped in their tracks, saluted the girls, and listened with visible emotion. When the bell rang, the students headed off to class, but the impact of that moment lingered.

When the Legion members entered the school, they shared with Principal Gobbett, that in all their years of service, they had never experienced anything like this. They were deeply moved and spoke about how meaningful this gesture was to them.

Moments like these remind us why we celebrate community, kindness, and respect. This was a simple act, but it left a lasting impression on everyone involved.