09/11/2026
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Today, on the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, students from several of our high schools joined staff members at JMU’s Bridgeforth Stadium for the 9/11 Stair Climb.
Together, they set out to climb approximately 2,071 steps, representing the 110 floors of one of the World Trade Center towers. But today was not about finishing first, or even finishing every step. It was about remembering.
Before the climb began, participants heard the story of FDNY Battalion Chief Orio Palmer, one of the first responders who climbed toward danger that morning while thousands of others were trying to reach safety.
Today, our students and staff walked in remembrance of the nearly 3,000 lives lost and in honor of the firefighters, police officers, emergency personnel, and everyday people who helped others on September 11.
We remember. We honor. We will never forget. 🇺🇸
