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| WWII Vet Jack Stewart (center) probably telling war stories |
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| With teacher Robin Weeda & Principal Rolley looking on Francesca Colella reads her letter written to her late grandfather. |
This past Monday, November 12, Wellsville High School paid
tribute to all those in the district that served in the U.S. Armed Forces. It was a meaningful tribute in honor of
Veteran’s Day. The program began with a
luncheon served by members of the WHS National Honor Society. There was approximately 40 veterans and
friends that enjoyed the lunch severed in the High School library decorated in
patriotic colors. There were vets
present that served in WWII and every other skirmish up to today’s time.
Following the lunch a program was continued in the gymnasium
with the full student body in attendance.
The veterans were welcomed by Wellsville School District Superintendent
Rich Bereschik and the National Anthem was sung by Ebony & Ivory. Eric Hardman led everyone in the Pledge of
Allegiance and Wellsville First Christian Pastor Mark Blakely offered
invocation.
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| Korean Vet Dale Barnhart (with Navy Cap) is thanked for his service by one of the students |
WHS Alumni Richie Sloan was the keynote speaker. Sloan graduated in 2000 and started his
military career in the Army in his senior year of high school. He served tours overseas in both Iraq and
Italy and is still today in the Army Reserves.
High School Principal Linda Rolley introduced each veteran that attended
the program. A medley of theme songs
for each branch of the service was sung by Melany Martinez and readings were
read by students. Especially touching
were the reading of letters personally written by some of the students thanking
a vet. High School Band member Miles
McGinnis played taps saluting veterans that are no longer with us.
Closing out the program students came out of the stands to
individually thank the veterans for their service. Being a Viet Nam vet it was very gratifying
to see that taking place.
Thanks to all the students and staff that organized and took
part in the program…
ole nib
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