# Ecuadorian national flag commemorative ceremonies > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/ecuadorian-national-flag-commemorative-ceremonies > Updated: 2026-09-25T16:56:08.000Z. Sources: 9. Developments: 2. Educational institutions across Ecuador have been conducting civic ceremonies to honor academic excellence and commemorate National Flag Day. These events include the ‘Juramento a la Bandera’ (Oath to the Flag), which serves to strengthen national identity and civic values. In Guayaquil, ceremonies have recognized diverse groups of students, including adult learners returning to education through distance programs and cadets at military colleges. Honors include the designation of flag bearers and escorts to recognize discipline, responsibility, and academic performance in various specialized fields. On September 26, the scale of these observances was highlighted by the participation of more than 261,000 high school seniors from 4,101 educational institutions nationwide. In regions such as Loja and Guayaquil, students engaged in solemn acts involving the proclamation of flag bearers, standard-bearers, and escorts. These rites continue to follow traditional protocols to respect the national tricolor flag, which was officially adopted in 1860 and formally designated as a national celebration by Congress in 1955. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-25: Ecuador celebrates National Flag Day with student oath ceremonies Over 261,000 Ecuadorian students are participating in National Flag Day ceremonies, performing traditional oaths to honor the country's national symbols and reinforce civic identity. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ecuador-commemorates-national-flag-day-with-civic-ceremonies ### 2026-09-23: Ecuadorian schools hold ceremonies to honor academic excellence Educational institutions in Ecuador held ceremonies to honor academic excellence, including flag bearer designations for both traditional students and adults returning to complete their studies. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ecuadorian-schools-hold-ceremonies-to-honor-academic-excellence --- Cite as: Ecuadorian national flag commemorative ceremonies. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/ecuadorian-national-flag-commemorative-ceremonies