In addition to thanking all of our Veterans for their service, we would like to extend a very special thank you to the Veterans who spent the day with us. Choosing to spend their day in school with us is yet another example of how our Veterans give of themselves and how they impact our community. Through their participation in today's events, they were able to help make the celebration and recognition of our Veterans a rich and rewarding learning experience for our students. Being able to interact directly with our Veteran's helped to make all of the learning that our students and staff have been engaged with leading up to this day that much more meaningful. As part of the learning that I undertook related to this day, I came across this bit of information.
On June 4, 1926, Congress passed a resolution that the “recurring anniversary of [November 11, 1918] should be commemorated with thanksgiving and prayer and exercises designed to perpetuate peace through good will and mutual understanding between nations.”
It is this concept of peace through good will that resonated with me so strongly and serves as an anchor by which we can continue to connect so many of the lessons that we are trying to share with our students.
I for one know how thankful I am for the blessings and opportunities I am afforded and understand that we owe much of this to the sacrifices made by others. I am proud to be able to commemorate this day with the purpose of perpetuating peace through good will and mutual understanding and am committed to advancing its importance.
ANNUAL ART COMPETITION
Student Artists Are Invited to Enter Annual Art Competition
Sixth through eighth grade students who live in Lake County are invited to showcase their artistic talent and participate in the Lake County Treasurer's fourth annual art contest. Interpret the theme, "Hands" however you wish and submit a drawing that reflects your interpretation. Enter by Nov. 21
Prairie Trail School Information
Website: https://www.d56.org/prairietrail
Location: 13600 West Wadsworth Road, Wadsworth, IL, USA
Phone: 847-623-4333
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Twitter: @PrairieTrailD56