Jay Patton, curator of the George H.W. Bush Presidential Library’s America 250 exhibition, E Puribus Unum: Celebrating the American Experience, is an accomplished cultural heritage leader with over 20 years of experience shaping how the public connects with history.  As the Supervisory Museum Curator, he directs the Museum’s curatorial vision, and creates exhibits that educate the community about American history and the life and times of President George H.W. Bush and First Lady Barbara Bush.  With an academic foundation in historical research and museum studies, Patton develops engaging, world-class programming and remains dedicated to preserving vital historical narratives and keeping the American story vibrant and relevant for audiences today.

Join us for an informative and inspiring program about Rotary International’s Youth Exchange Program, an opportunity that promotes cultural understanding, friendship, and international connections among young people.

Our current exchange student, Bruna Barbosa from Brazil, will share her experiences as part of the program and give us a firsthand perspective on living and studying in the Bryan community.

The Bryan Rotary Club has proudly hosted numerous Youth Exchange students over the years, creating lasting friendships and meaningful international connections. This program is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about the impact of Youth Exchange and hear directly from one of the students benefiting from it.

The annual Bryan Rotary Field of Valor enlists Rotarians, Student Organizations, and Community volunteers to execute the Flag Field setup and break-down.

Below is a list of the volunteer dates. Both members and the public can 'book' a volunteer slot by entering your name**, phone number and email. Please register for every time slot where you will participate. Thank you for your Service!

PRE-DISPLAY PREPARATIONS

Saturday, 10/XX/2026, Flag Field Preparation, Dirt Digging to Find & Mark Sleeves at Veterans Park (Click to Volunteer)

FLAG DISPLAY

Saturday, 11/7/2026, Flag Field Setup at Veterans Park, 8:30 am-10:00 am (Click to Volunteer)

Sunday, 11/15/2026, Flag Field Break-Down at Veterans Park, 1:30 pm-3:00 pm (Click to Volunteer)

You will receive an email confirmation for each shift you register for. We will also send an email reminder the day before each shift. If you cannot make your shift, please try and find a substitute, and notify the Event Chair, Bunny Pratt, 979.571.9826 (text) or bunnypratt95@gmail.com.   

Flag Team 1 - Rotarians - please register individually

Flag Team 2 - Student Groups/Organizations - please have 1 Sponsor register and then email me with head count - input your Group Name in the **Last Name field (i.e. TAMU Rotaract, Interact, RoadRunner Hockey, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts)

Flag Team 3 - Community Members - please register individually - choose this option if you want volunteer hours verified

Flag Team 4 - Military-Affiliated/Veteran Groups - please register individually - input your Group Name in the **Last Name field (i.e. PatriotPaws, JRROTC)

Flag Team 5 - BISD Ambassadors- please have 1 Sponsor register (Per School Campus) and then email me with head count - input your School Name in the **Last Name field (i.e. Bryan HS, Rudder HS, Bryan Collegiate)

Flag Display Volunteers will assemble to uncap ground sleeves, unfurl, post, and tag 1000 American flags. The flags are 3ft by 5ft and attached to 10 foot metal poles. Volunteer groups are encouraged to wear matching organizational t-shirts. 

RAIN OR SHINE - dress appropriate for the weather forecast

The Women of Bryan Rotary Club are invited to help shower Christina Moores with practical and fanciful items she and Silas will need as first-time parents. 

More details to follow.