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November 11, 2025
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Glenbard News Spotlight: Glenbard D87 pays tribute to our Veterans

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Honoring Our Heroes: Glenbard South Veterans Day Tribute

Glenbard South proudly honored the veterans of our school community, our greater community, and our nation this Veterans Day. Students lined the front of the school with American flags as a visual tribute to all who have served. They also placed name tags on the flagpole to recognize veterans connected to Glenbard South families, ensuring their service and sacrifice were personally acknowledged.Students extended their gratitude even further by writing heartfelt messages to hundreds of veterans, sharing appreciation, respect, and support. Their actions reflect our deep gratitude for the courage, commitment, and service of every veteran. We extend our sincerest thanks for your dedication to protecting our freedoms and our nation.

Honoring Service: Glenbard East Students Perform at Veterans Day Ceremony

Glenbard East students proudly participated in the Village of Lombard’s Veterans Day ceremony at Village Hall. Olive Turner performed “The Star-Spangled Banner” and “God Bless America,” offering a powerful musical tribute to the men and women who have served. Benjamin Castro-Jimenez followed with trumpet performances of the call to Assembly and Retreat, adding a solemn and meaningful touch to the ceremony. Their contributions helped honor the courage, commitment, and dedication of veterans in our community and across the nation.

Glenbard West Students Connect with WWII Veterans on a Powerful Journey

Glenbard West students had an extraordinary opportunity earlier this year to travel to the National World War II Museum in New Orleans alongside several World War II veterans, an experience made possible through the Gary Sinise Foundation. These students were paired with members of the Greatest Generation, forming meaningful connections that have continued long after the trip. Since July, they have stayed in contact with the veterans—sending care packages, handwritten notes, and messages of appreciation to honor their service.

We are proud to share the ABC7 Chicago story that captured this remarkable journey, highlighting how our students learned firsthand about sacrifice, courage, and the enduring impact of service from veterans who helped shape our nation’s history.