Northbrook Junior High will host American Legion Post 791 Veterans Day Ceremony, maintaining a decadelong tradition, beginning at 8:45 a.m. on Nov. 10 at the junior high, 1475 Maple Avenue.
According to a news release, the Veterans Day Ceremony is being held a day early so that NBJH performers and students can be involved. Local veterans and guests are invited to attend the all-school assembly. The program will feature keynote speaker Commander Master Chief of Naval Station Great Lakes Jon Crisafulli and performances of the Northbrook Junior High Chamber Orchestra, Philharmonic Orchestra and Concert Choir.
American Legion Post 791 Commander Tom Kittler will serve as master of ceremonies and Chaplain Tom Mahoney will lead the Opening and Closing Prayers, the release said. Following the ceremony in the large gym, the Sons of American Legion Squadron 791 will present a rifle salute and followed by the traditional performance of taps around the flagpole outside.
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“Northbrook Junior High is thrilled to play host for such a meaningful event for the community,” NBJH Principal Scott Meek said in the release. “We know how much Veterans Day and this ceremony means to our local veterans. It’s important that our school community is aware of the sacrifices they have made and that we honor all they have done to make our country a great place to live.”
Veterans and guests should park in the back lot and use the gymnasium entrance. School drop-off traffic should be clear by 8:35 a.m. Contact 847-498-7920 with any additional questions.