Tiger Tales Newsletter

2026-2027 School Year: Quarter 2, Week 4

Honoring Our Veterans

There is something special about coming together as a school and community to honor the men and women who have served our country. On November 11, St. John-Hudson Schools had the privilege of doing just that during our annual Veterans Day assembly.

Our students helped make the morning meaningful through several special presentations. Second graders shared words of thanks, sixth graders performed Proud to Be an American, and the St. John Scouts of America presented a flag-folding ceremony. We also enjoyed a moment of silence and TAPS performed by Mr. Mac Knight, followed by the JH/HS Choir's beautiful presentation of the Armed Services Medley and National Anthem.

A special part of this year's program was recognizing Don Hornbaker as our 2026 Veteran of Distinction for his service in the Merchant Marines as a Warrant Officer Junior Grade.

Thank you to all of the veterans and community members who took time out of their day to join us. Having you there makes this day more meaningful for our students and gives them the opportunity to see firsthand the people behind the sacrifices we honor. We are also grateful to the students, staff, and Scouting of America members who helped make the program possible.

To all who have served, and to the families who have supported them, thank you. We are proud to honor you and grateful to have you as part of our Tiger community!

-Mrs. Petersen