VETERANS DAY

At the eleventh hour on November 11, World War I officially ended. Known as Armistice Day, or more widely as Veterans Day, this date is commemorated annually to pay tribute to the men and women who gave their lives in service. At OLHMS, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to all Veterans, especially those in the Oak Lawn and Hometown areas.

On Friday, November 8th, OLHMS honored the courage and sacrifice of these heroes in our annual Veterans Day assembly. Eighth grade Student Ambassadors greeted more than 75 Veterans at the event, where OLHMS Principal Dr. Sean McNichols opened with a welcome address, recognizing both the OLHMS community and our esteemed Veterans.

Thank you to the NJROTC from Harold L. Richards High School for performing the Presentation of the Colors at our OLHMS Veterans Day Assembly.

Mr. Terry Vorderer, a U.S. Army veteran from the 1st Infantry Division, former Chief of Patrol for the Oak Lawn Police Department, and current Mayor of Oak Lawn, gave an uplifting speech to OLHMS students and the Veterans in attendance.

Congressman Sean Casten is a U.S. Representative from Illinois, serving the state's 6th congressional district.

Our OLHMS Concert Chorus and Sunrise Singers, directed by Ms. Kayla Hughes, performed "The Pride of America," by Larry Clark and Greg Gilpin.

The OLHMS Concert Band, directed by Mr. John Kehl and Mrs. Beth Lyons, performed a beautiful performance of Two Marches for America, Arranged by Steve Hodges

The Fallen Soldier Table is reserved to honor our brave American soldiers who have been taken prisoner on foreign soil, those who went missing, those who have not returned home to us, and those who have perished.

With heartfelt gratitude, the scholars, teachers, and administrators at OLHMS extend a sincere thank you to all veterans who have served our country to protect our safety and freedom. We deeply appreciate your sacrifice, courage, and dedication!