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[[Image:USNA cheerleaders.jpg|thumb|right|[[Cheerleaders]] are an important part of the expression of school spirit.]]
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'''School spirit''' is emotional support for one's [[educational institution]]. This can apply to any type of school, from [[grade school]]s to universities. It can be manifested in the exhibition of [[school colors]] in dress and decoration, attendance of athletic events, or verbally in the form of chants or cheers.
DANII IS AWESOME ! '''School spirit''' is emotional support for one's [[educational institution]]. This can apply to any type of school, from [[grade school]]s to universities. It can be manifested in the exhibition of [[school colors]] in dress and decoration, attendance of athletic events, or verbally in the form of chants or cheers.


Educators in primary and secondary education often associate proper behavior with school spirit, especially in the context of situations when students are outside the school itself. Because student behavior reflects on the school, representing it well shows a degree of student investment in their institution's good name. This definition of school spirit is closely associated with good [[sportsmanship]] among students and their families at sporting events and is loosely based upon encouraging each other.
Educators in primary and secondary education often associate proper behavior with school spirit, especially in the context of situations when students are outside the school itself. Because student behavior reflects on the school, representing it well shows a degree of student investment in their institution's good name. This definition of school spirit is closely associated with good [[sportsmanship]] among students and their families at sporting events and is loosely based upon encouraging each other.

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Cheerleaders are an important part of the expression of school spirit.

DANII IS AWESOME ! School spirit is emotional support for one's educational institution. This can apply to any type of school, from grade schools to universities. It can be manifested in the exhibition of school colors in dress and decoration, attendance of athletic events, or verbally in the form of chants or cheers.

Educators in primary and secondary education often associate proper behavior with school spirit, especially in the context of situations when students are outside the school itself. Because student behavior reflects on the school, representing it well shows a degree of student investment in their institution's good name. This definition of school spirit is closely associated with good sportsmanship among students and their families at sporting events and is loosely based upon encouraging each other.

Pep rallies

In the United States, an event closely associated with school spirit called a pep rally is held during or after school hours. Seasonal sports teams are usually recognized. These are held generally before a varsity-level sports game. Other participants are JROTC, Cheerleaders and marching band or pep band.

External links

Article from About.com