The Columbine shooting was a tragic in so many ways. But the story also has to include Dave Sanders who lost his life while rescuing his students. Patrick Ireland’s determination to survive and Frank DeAngelis being the right Principle, at the right time. His support for his students recovery would go on for years. And the community, especially the students, who’s strength to not let the tragedy define them.
The memorial sits on a ridge in a park next to Columbine High School. It was constructed so it faces the beauty of the mountains and the sunsets. The park is also visible from the memorial. Somehow the baseball fields, basketball courts, running paths and picnic areas offers a feeling of normality. It represents the present and the future to add balance to the memorial.
