Veterans Day assembly 2017 photo gallery
Veterans walk into the gymnasium to a heart-warming standing ovation
Packed stands expectantly await a respectful gathering
Conant’s band and orchestra join together to play the Armed Forces Salute
The Hoffman Estates Honor Guard marches down the aisle
California Representative Jared Huffman speaks to the students about service
Cassie Fajardo, ‘18, and Choir Director Tim Koll share a short introduction with the audience
Zach Gold, ‘18, and Laura Vesco, ‘19, prompt upcoming speakers and share a moment at the podium
IL democratic representative Raja Krishnamoorthi honors the veterans with a speech
Veterans await their moment of recognition during the Armed Forces Salute
Nicole Choma, ‘18, gives her speech on roles in democracy and speaks about her family’s struggles in Poland
Business education teacher Patti Ertl and her father pose for a portrait after the ceremony
Navy veteran and physics teacher Chris Bruce enjoys a discussion with Zach Gold, ‘18
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To celebrate our veterans, Conant High School held its annual Veterans Day assembly on Nov. 10. For the first time in CHS history, two United States congressmen, Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) and Jared Huffman (D-CA) attended and gave speeches to honor the veterans. In addition, Nicole Choma, ’18, delivered her award winning Voice of Democracy speech to the student body.
The 4th photo is beautiful!