On Tuesday morning, Thompson Intermediate School was filled with patriotic pride, heartfelt applause, and the sound of young voices raised in gratitude. Students, staff, and families gathered alongside local military veterans for the school’s annual Veterans Day program, a moving tribute organized and performed by the school choir.
Throughout the program, the young singers guided the audience through a musical journey honoring the service and sacrifice of the men and women of the United States Armed Forces.
Under the direction of choir teacher Bonnie Herenu, students performed a selection of classic patriotic songs, including "America the Beautiful," as well as a medley of the official armed forces anthems. During the "Armed Forces Salute," veterans in the audience stood as the song for their specific branch—Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, and Coast Guard—was
sung, drawing enthusiastic cheers and standing ovations from the student body. Peer helpers brought hand-written thank you notes to Veterans in attendance.
To close, choir members set a table for the Missing Man, while select choir students described each placement of the table to the audience. The event left both students and visitors with a lasting reminder of the importance of honoring those who have served the nation.