Veteran’s day voices
Voices Heard
Student Council also planned and executed a Veterans Day ceremony with guest speakers to share a veterans perspective.
“People should know about it more, respect it, not let it be just another day that goes by,” Senior George Jordan said.
George shared how important it is to remember Veterans Day. His message reminded students and staff to that constant support of veterans is appreciated and necessary.
Written Voices
In addition to an assembly, a letter writing campaign was initiated for veterans overseas.
“I think it’s a great opportunity for the kids to be able to understand why the day is kind of a big deal. They’re put into holiday packages that are sent to military groups all over the world, “ Student Activities Director Amber Bronson.
The letters allowed students to write anything: a thank you note, a question, letting them know how the family is holding up, a little picture, anything.
Gone, but not Forgotten
When alumnus Todd Lambka was killed in action on August 1st, 2012, his father Brian Lambka made securing his son’s memory a primary goal.
“I wanted to make sure that Todd wasn’t forgotten,” B. Lambka said. “It was one of my biggest fears when he was killed in action. This has proven positive that veterans are not forgotten. And more specially, my son hasn’t been forgotten.”
Student Council allowed B. Lambka speak about his son strengthened T. Lambka’s memory, according to B. Lambka, reminding Eisenhower what Veterans Day is about, remembering the loved ones who served in combat.
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