2021 Conant Veterans Day assembly: a photo gallery
The Hoffman Estates Police Department color guard holds their flags at the ready before the pledge of allegiance.
Conant students Mikayla Hoppenrath '22 and Xavier Horn '22 recite the pledge of allegiance. "To me, Veterans Day means honoring the service of all those who have served and given their lives for this country," said Hoppenrath. "The bravery and perseverance that they demonstrated has kept us safe for years on end. Personally, veterans encourage me to be a better person and follow in their footsteps, for it is truly inspiring to see others who would give their lives for a stranger."
Conant choir teacher Tim Koll introduces Veterans Day speakers and reminds students about the importance of honoring our troops.
Conant Principal Julie Nowak speaks about the importance of honoring those who have served.
Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi gives a personal anecdote of a former Conant student who gave his life in service of the United States.
Natalia Patino '22 reads her submission for the 2021 Voices of Democracy scholarship competition. Her excerpt was in response to the prompt "Is This the Country the Founders Envisioned?" According to Patino, "Veterans Day has always been a special day for me, not only because of my grandpa, but also because it gives me a chance to thank the relatives of my loved ones... I am extremely grateful that I was given the opportunity (to read my essay) at Conant."
A powerpoint presentation highlights the loved ones of Conant staff member who have served or are currently serving in the military.
Conant orchestra teacher Devin Godzicki leads band and orchestra students in a rendition of "The Armed Forces Medley".
Local veterans watch as they are honored for their service.
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Vasu Janjrukia contributed photos to this story.
Conant High School held its annual Veterans Day assembly on Nov 11, 2021. Seniors were allowed into the gymnasium with proper social distancing protocol in place, while the rest of the student body watched the assembly via Zoom. Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi and Principal Julie Nowak delivered speeches during the event, as well as Natalia Patino, ’22, who read her submission for Voices of Democracy. A PowerPoint showcasing the loved ones of Conant staff who served in the military was presented by the Conant broadcasting team, and the Hoffman Estates police department color guard presented the flags prior to the pledge of allegiance.
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