Veterans’ Day is a time to honor the courage and sacrifices of the men and women who have served in the armed forces. Every year, ELHS commemorates this important day by sharing personal stories at the annual assembly of people who have served, to remind us of the impact military service has on individuals and families.
History teacher Gordon King served in the Coast Guard for six years, and appreciates the responsibility he had in his time in service.
“[Veterans Day] is a way to honor the men and women who serve and are serving and say thank you to them,” King said. For many students, the significance of Veterans Day hits close to home. Sophomore Olivia Kilmer has parents that were in the Army and Nurse Corps, and for her, Veterans Day has a high impact on her life
“Not all veterans served in a war, and that doesn’t make them any less of a hero than the ones that did,” Kilmer said, advising how students should interpret Veterans Day while thinking about her parents’ service.
Science teacher Lori Singer was never in the military, but she takes great pride in being a part of the team that organizes the assembly, to help ELHS honor and learn about the impact of service, and she has respect for anyone willing to make sacrifices for our country.
“I think that many people take our freedoms and what we have for granted, and we didn’t get to a place of being free without the contributions of our veterans, and I think it’s important for us to recognize that,” Ms. Singer said.
As Nov. 11 approaches, students and staff are reminded that honoring our veterans is not just about remembering the past, but about appreciating the sacrifices and service that continue to shape the present and the future
