Thank you, Bill Peck Jr., for arranging this to honor the Pennsylvania Soldiers’ Orphan Schools (1864–2009) — including our beloved Scotland School for Veterans’ Children (1895–2009).
🎉 SAVE THE DATE – A LEGACY CELEBRATION LIKE NO OTHER!
📅 Saturday, October 10, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 The Drexelbrook Event Center – Drexel Hill, PA (just outside Philadelphia)
✨ 145 YEARS OF HISTORY. ONE INCREDIBLE CELEBRATION. ✨
Join us for a once-in-a-lifetime event honoring the proud legacy of the Pennsylvania Soldiers’ Orphan Schools (1864–2009) — including our beloved Scotland School for Veterans’ Children (1895–2009).
This celebration luncheon will bring together graduates, former students, faculty, and friends from across the decades to honor 145 years of service, education, and sacrifice.
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🥂 WHAT TO EXPECT:
🔹 Inspiring program and awards honoring our legacy
🔹 Fellowship with Cadets and families from all generations
🔹 Powerful tributes celebrating Pennsylvania’s 145-year promise to veterans’ children
🔹 A beautifully catered luncheon and unforgettable reunion atmosphere
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🚌 TRAVEL DETAILS:
A charter bus will depart Scotland School around 7:00 AM, with a stop in Harrisburg, and return after the event. No Cadet left behind — let’s fill the bus and represent Scotland with pride!
🏨 LODGING:
A group rate is available at the Holiday Inn & Suites Drexelbrook, conveniently adjacent to the event center.
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🎟️ REGISTER TODAY – SEATS ARE LIMITED!
👉 https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/historic-archives/soldiers-orphan-schools
Scan the QR code on the flyer (below & attached) or click the link above to reserve your spot now!
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💬 “The further we look back, the further ahead we can see.” – Winston Churchill
Let’s come together to celebrate the history that built us, the values that shaped us, and the legacy that continues to inspire future generations.
🎓 SCOTLAND STRONG. ALWAYS PROUD. FOREVER FAMILY.
#CadetPride #ScotlandStrong #VeteransChildren #LegacyLivesOn #SOSCelebration2026
Scotland Family Forever!
Your Scotland Sister,
Vickie “Portner” Cook ’73
Secretary
SSVC Alumni Association
GoCadets2015@comcast.net
717-698-8905 (Please leave a message)
www.ssvcalumni.org (check it out)