The ceremony opened with a radio call followed by a moment of silence, bagpipe music, and a wreath laying ceremony.
The deadliest terror attack on US soil happened 22 years ago today, and several ceremonies planned to observe the solemn anniversary.
The children, now adults, never met the doctors they wrote to, but at least one of the doctors never forgot the kind words.
Dozens of students arrived at the campus by 5 a.m. to take part in the ceremony.
In the 20 years since 9/11, memories for survivors and witnesses have not faded.
Paul says he does not believe the man eyeing his position will win support throughout Kentucky.
Erik Bell said he knows he's fortunate to have survived.
Chris Oslovitch said he learned how to fold an American flag from his father, who was a first responder during the Sept. 11, 2011, attack on the World Trade Center in New York City.