District 88 hosts events to recognize Veterans Day

According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (http://tinyurl.com/3hox7k8), “The … observance of Veterans Day (on) Nov. 11 not only preserves the historical significance of the date, but helps focus attention on the important purpose of Veterans Day – a celebration to honor America’s veterans for their patriotism, love of country and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good.”

Addison Trail and Willowbrook hosted several events to recognize local servicemen and women. On Nov. 11, Addison Trail shared a video that featured veterans who have a connection to the school. On Nov. 13, Addison Trail invited members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 7446 in Addison, the DeVry Military Resource Club, the Addison Police Department and the Addison Fire Protection District to attend a luncheon in their honor. Students who plan to enlist in the military after they graduate attended the lunch as well. A collage honoring servicemen and women with a connection to Addison Trail also was displayed in the media center at the school.

Those who drove by Willowbrook on Nov. 11 might have noticed the entrance to the parking lot was lined with American flags in support of Veterans Day, and the school’s symbolic rock was painted as an American flag as well. Willowbrook also hosted a Veterans Day assembly, where local first responders from the Villa Park fire and police departments were recognized, along with students who plan to enlist in the military after they graduate. Also in attendance were State Sen. Tom Cullerton and members of the armed forces. Participants watched several videos that showcased the significance of Veterans Day and a PowerPoint that honored soldiers who have a connection to Willowbrook.