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            [November 09, 2013]      Send a link to a friend As the morning assembly neared 
			a close, the school choir sang a moving song entitled "American 
			Tears." The audience was then invited 
			to join the students in the singing of "America the Beautiful," 
			accompanied by the school band. Afterward, veterans were 
			invited to stand up and say a few words about their time in service. Four veterans took the opportunity to share abbreviated stories 
			about their times in the military and the conflicts they were 
			engaged in. The closing was offered by 
			Zion Lutheran Pastor Mark Thompson, who is also a veteran. 
			 After the assembly was over, 
			all the veterans in attendance were asked to gather for a 
			commemorative group photo.  
			Pictures by Nila Smith |