The Taylorville Junior High School Student Council recently held its 2nd Annual Veteran’s Day Breakfast at the TJHS cafeteria.  Dan Nieves, who is the Social Studies Department Chair, welcomed around 50 veterans and their families to the event.  After the Pledge of Allegiance and the National Anthem, there was a short program where Nieves recognized each veteran and their branch of service. Jean Ninmer, sixth-grade choir director sang a song called “Shake Hands With America.”  There was also an essay read by Julie Wayman who won the VFW Patriot’s Pen Essay Competition.  A couple of songs were played, and vets were asked to stand as their branch’s song was played.

Veterans and their families took a Heroes Walk through the halls of TJHS as students and staff waved flags and posters in their honor.  Students, administration, and staff recognized the selfless sacrifices past, present, and future veterans make in keeping the USA the “Land of the Free, and the Home of the Brave!”  We here at Regional Radio News salute our Veterans. Thank you for your service.