Flag Half-Staff Ceremony for President George H.W. Bush

Imperial County - Honoring the life and legacy of President George H.W. Bush, Imperial County Office of Education employees assembled around ICOE’s flagpole to pay homage to the memory of President George H.W. Bush on December 5th.

The tribute to former President George H.W. Bush was followed by a half-staff flag ceremony officiated by the Calexico High Junior ROTC and Band Trumpeters. The United States flag will be flown at half-staff until sunset Sunday, December 30.

Wednesday, December 5th was declared a national day of mourning,  a day for Americans to remember the vast contributions of former President George H.W. Bush. His accomplishments as a Navy pilot, public servant, and inspirational leader demonstrated a commitment to placing others above self.

“Any definition of a successful life includes service to others.”

Georges H.W. Bush

1924-2018