Teacher says bestselling author Jack Carr inspired students to embrace patriotism amid values debate
A high school teacher in Mississippi reported that many of his students were not standing for the Pledge of Allegiance. After introducing them to bestselling author Jack Carr's novels, which emphasize themes of service and patriotism, the students began to engage more positively with the pledge. This change highlights the impact of literature on fostering a sense of national pride among young people.
- ▪A teacher in Mississippi noticed that over half of his students were not standing for the Pledge of Allegiance.
- ▪The teacher, Kelly McGinnis, initiated discussions with his students about their feelings towards the pledge and introduced them to Jack Carr's books.
- ▪Jack Carr is a bestselling author and former Navy SEAL whose novels contain themes of service and patriotism.
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America 250 Teacher says bestselling author Jack Carr inspired students to embrace patriotism amid values debate High school students weren't standing for Pledge of Allegiance until they read Carr's novels By Kelly McGreal Fox News Published June 3, 2026 8:00am EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Bestselling author Jack Carr reflects on an educator's effort to encourage patriotism in class Jack Carr reacts after teacher Kelly McGinnis shared how introducing high school students to Carr's books helped foster a greater appreciation of American ideals and participation during the Pledge of Allegiance.
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