Students, staff, and community members gathered at Carl J. Lamb Elementary School for a Veterans Day celebration that combined patriotic music, student performances, and a special recognition ceremony for local veterans. Under the direction of music teacher Hattie Skvorak, Carl J Lamb students delivered a musical tribute to honor those who have served our country. The school's cafeteria was transformed for the occasion with red, white, and blue balloon arrangements, patriotic banners, and American flags held proudly by students. "This is a really special day that we take as a school to honor and celebrate all of your sacrifices. I'm so appreciative of all the hard work and dedication our students have shown in preparing the musical performances for today's ceremony," Skvorak said. "They've grown musically through the process, all while learning an important message of gratitude and service. These songs are a small way for us to say thank you to those who have served." The celebration featured a moment when veterans were invited to the front of the room, where they stood before the assembled students and received heartfelt applause from the school community. The young performers, dressed in patriotic colors, demonstrated their appreciation through song. Students from various grade levels participated in the event, with many wearing special headbands and carrying small American flags to show their support. Concluding the celebration was an educational flag-folding demonstration, which served as both a learning opportunity and a tribute. Twenty students were selected to participate in this meaningful ritual alongside a military chief. Each precise fold of the flag was explained to the audience, representing values such as honor, courage, and sacrifice that are fundamental to military service. Students demonstrated remarkable respect and attention during this tradition, which required careful coordination. The celebration served as a powerful reminder of the importance of honoring our veterans while teaching the next generation about service, sacrifice, and the sacred traditions that help us remember and respect those who have served our country.

Carl J. Lamb Elementary School Honors Veterans with Student Musical Tribute and Flag Ceremony

Sanford School Department

November 9, 2024

Students, staff, and community members gathered at Carl J. Lamb Elementary School for a Veterans Day celebration that combined patriotic music, student performances, and a special recognition ceremony for local veterans.

Under the direction of music teacher Hattie Skvorak, Carl J Lamb students delivered a musical tribute to honor those who have served our country. The school's cafeteria was transformed for the occasion with red, white, and blue balloon arrangements, patriotic banners, and American flags held proudly by students.

"This is a really special day that we take as a school to honor and celebrate all of your sacrifices. I'm so appreciative of all the hard work and dedication our students have shown in preparing the musical performances for today's ceremony," Skvorak said. "They've grown musically through the process, all while learning an important message of gratitude and service. These songs are a small way for us to say thank you to those who have served."

The celebration featured a moment when veterans were invited to the front of the room, where they stood before the assembled students and received heartfelt applause from the school community. 

The young performers, dressed in patriotic colors, demonstrated their appreciation through song. Students from various grade levels participated in the event, with many wearing special headbands and carrying small American flags to show their support.

Concluding the celebration was an educational flag-folding demonstration, which served as both a learning opportunity and a tribute. Twenty students were selected to participate in this meaningful ritual alongside a military chief. 

Each precise fold of the flag was explained to the audience, representing values such as honor, courage, and sacrifice that are fundamental to military service. Students demonstrated remarkable respect and attention during this tradition, which required careful coordination.

The celebration served as a powerful reminder of the importance of honoring our veterans while teaching the next generation about service, sacrifice, and the sacred traditions that help us remember and respect those who have served our country.