Marlowe Middle School hosts Veterans Day breakfast and recognition ceremony

Posted November 27, 2018 10:00 pm

Submitted by Huntley Unit District 158

Marlowe Middle School principal Anthony Venetico, who joined the district in July, greets guests at the annual Veterans Day Breakfast and Recognition Ceremony Nov. 9. Courtesy of Huntley Unit District 158

Marlowe Middle School in Lake in the Hills had a full house for its annual Veterans Day Breakfast and Recognition Ceremony on Friday, Nov. 9.

Veterans and family members from the local community were served a breakfast by Marlowe students and then recognized at a ceremony including remarks and musical performances.

The Marlowe Middle School's band and chorus students performed a medley of "God Bless America," "You're a Grand Old Flag," "Yankee Doodle Dandy" and other patriotic tunes.

"You are heroes to us. We remember your achievements, your courage, and your dedication, and we say thank you for your sacrifices," said Principal Tony Venetico to the audience, which included veterans who have served in every major U.S. conflict back to World War II. "Thinking of all the heroes who join us in this group today, and also those who are here only in spirit, a person can't help but feel like we are standing amongst giants."

To learn more about the Huntley Unit District 158 middle school and its annual Veterans Day programs and see more photos of the event, visit www.district158.org/mms/ or follow www.facebook.com/District158/.

Marlowe Middle School in Lake in the Hills invites local veterans from the armed forces to a Veterans Day breakfast and recognition program. Courtesy of Huntley Unit District 158

Marlowe Middle School's band and chorus students offer musical performances with readings by students and a fallen soldier display during the Veterans Day recognition program Nov. 9. Courtesy of Huntley Unit District 158

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