Pope John Alum Speaks At Elgin Veteran's Day Program

Garrett Dwyer

On Tuesday, Pope John, St. Boniface and Elgin Public schools came together to honor veterans at the annual Elgin Veterans Day Program.  

Keynote speaker was Garrett Dwyer (PJ'04). Garrett served as a US Marine for 4 years, including time in Iraq from 2006-2007. 

He is currently serving as a member of the Farmer Veteran Coalition, a national organization that works to assist our vets after they return home. 

Garrett said their goal is to cultivate a new generation of farmers and food leaders and develop viable employment and meaningful careers through the collaboration of the farming and military communities.

Students also participated in the program: Morgan Childers, Baylie Schiltmeyer and Andrew Fangman recited patriotic readings, and the choir and band provided the music. Third graders also led the crowd in the Pledge of Allegiance. 

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In honor of Veterans Day, Tuesday's book fair theme was Red, White and Blue Day. The 5th and 6th graders are shown in their patriotic colors. They were working on Lego sketches during art class with Mrs. Connie Henn.