The Howell High School Air Force Junior ROTC (AFJROTC) unit and the larger school community will celebrate and honor our nation’s veterans during the school’s annual Veterans Day program on Wednesday, Nov. 12. All local veterans are invited to enjoy light refreshments beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Rod Bushey Performing Arts Center lobby. The program will begin at 9:15 a.m. in the Rod Bushey Performing Arts Center.
The event will feature performances by the Howell High School Wind Ensemble and A Cappella Choir. It will also include the AFJROTC color guard and flag-folding ceremonies, along with the playing of “Taps.” Attendees will hear from guest speaker Brig. Gen. (Ret.) John “Odie” Slocum, a decorated U.S. Air Force veteran, motivational speaker, and author of “Violent Positivity.”
“Our annual Veterans Day program serves as an opportunity for cadets, students and staff to express their gratitude and appreciation for the service and sacrifice of America’s veterans,” said SMSgt. Ken Reinhart, Howell High School Air Force Junior ROTC instructor.
Veterans who wish to attend can RSVP at https://bit.ly/48X6Gt4. Howell High School’s Rod Bushey Performing Arts Center is located at 1200 W. Grand River Ave., just west of downtown Howell.
