Seckman High School hosts Seventh Annual Heroes' Breakfast

By: Janice House

Seckman High School and Seckman Middle School came together on Monday, November 11, 2013, to honor the heroes of the community with a Veteran’s Day Breakfast.  The guests included veterans, policemen, firemen, EMTs, spouses, and friends.  Students, staff, and community volunteers worked together to make the ceremony a huge success.  Boy Scout Troop 744 presented and retired the colors.  Girl Scout Troop 3533 said the Pledge of Allegiance and sang God Bless America.  Various classes, clubs, and organizations at Seckman High, Seckman Middle, and Seckman Elementary schools helped to create posters, thank you notes, and many other decorations for the table settings.  The gym and hallway were decorated in patriotic colors.

            The ceremony included a breakfast, as well as musical selections from the SHS and SMS choirs and bands.  Three guest speakers, Mr. Richard Simpson, Mr. Walter Crawford from the World Bird Sanctuary, and Mr. Al Cochren from Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, spoke to the guests.   All heroes that attended the ceremony were recognized with a hero certificate, medal of honor, and a thank you card.  The heroes’ spouses were also recognized during the ceremony in honor of their support.  “Taps” was played by Garrett Thomas, an SHS student, and guests watched a video played by the SMS student body to say thank you for what our heroes have done and do every day in our country.  The ceremony concluded with a walk of honor led by the color guard through the SHS gym, which was filled with 2000 students waving flags and cheering as the heroes walked through.  Through the combined efforts of Seckman High School, Seckman Middle School, and members in the community, the Seventh Annual Heroes’ Breakfast proudly recognized the men and women who serve(d) our country.