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Market Street students thank veterans
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Neighbors | Shaiyla Hakeem .Market Street Elementary kindergartner Tom Payne (left) thanked his cousin, Sgt. Kevin Gibson, for his service in the Ohio National Guard. After the Veteran's Day program Nov. 11, students and veterans mingled with each other while enjoying refreshments.
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Neighbors | Shaiyla Hakeem .Market Street Elementary music director Dean Wilson (standing) led students in the song, "Fifty Nifty United States." The students sang nine patriotic songs for the veterans.
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Neighbors | Shaiyla Hakeem .A designated area was assigned for veterans at Market Street Elementary's Veteran's Day program Nov. 11. All veterans received a free t-shirt and small flag.
Red, white and blue filled the auditorium of Market Street Elementary as they gave thanks to military veterans from all generations.
The elementary held a Veteran’s Day program Nov. 11 for military veterans from the community. All veterans were given a T-shirt that displayed the American flag.
Students serenaded the veterans with nine patriotic songs. Video slides that accompanied the songs were projected on a large overhead screen. They also read poems and gave the history of the holiday.
To conclude the program, the veterans received a standing ovation as they exited the auditorium into the hallway, where they waited for the students.
United States Army reservist Spc. Josh Kellar was invited to the program by his stepdaughter. He was honored by the school’s recognition of his service and the service of other military members.
“I am very proud to wear this uniform,” Kellar said, “It’s nice to be thanked.”