Fort Detrick Kicks Off Summer With Annual Flag Lowering at Whittier Elementary School

U.S. Army Garrison - Fort Detrick
Story by Lanessa Hill

Date: 06.16.2026
Posted: 06.16.2026 13:16
News ID: 567915
Fort Detrick Kicks Off The Summer at Local Elementary School

Colonel Chris Chung, Fort Detrick garrison commander, and Command Sgt. Maj. Erick Detrich pump up students at Whittier Elementary School in Frederick, Maryland, during the school's annual flag-lowering celebration on June 16, 2026.The event kicked off summer vacation for more than 800 children. As a certified Purple Star School, Whittier serves as the feeder school for families stationed at nearby Fort Detrick. Fort Detrick recognizes the strength and support of our community and how their support enables our servicemembers to be mission ready.