25 years later, a Columbine teacher reflects on why she stayed: “We take care of each other”
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DeAngelis retired in 2014, two years after he fulfilled a promise he made after the attack to remain as principal until all of the students in Columbine feeder schools at the time of the shooting had graduated.
“Columbine also represents hope,” he said. “Columbine is strong.”
The day has also become an annual day of service where students and staff give back to the community through volunteer projects.
“The community came together and made it stronger,” said current Principal Scott Christy, adding, “I hope Columbine is a place of hope for those who have experienced tragedy.”
On the day of the shooting, DiManna was a 28-year-old in her fifth year of teaching at Columbine, a school she also graduated from in 1989.
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