Seaford students and staff salute veterans

Veterans representing multiple branches of the military and eras of service gathered in the Seaford High School cafeteria for bagels, crumb cake, coffee and camaraderie on April 12. Joining them at the inaugural Veterans Breakfast were their children and grandchildren, who attend the high school and middle school.

Principal Nicole Schnabel said that the event was held in recognition of the Month of the Military Child, which is observed every April. Spreading the word through emails and social media posts, students were encouraged to invite relatives who have served in the armed forces. Members of Seaford American Legion Post 1132 were also in attendance. 

Vocalists from the barbershop choir, Sweet Adelines and Viking Voices opened the program by singing the National Anthem. Following opening remarks from Ms. Schnabel, students introduced the veterans who accompanied them. 

Social studies teacher Scott Gilbert shared a story about his father, who served in the Ghost Army in World War II. Earlier this year, his father’s unit was awarded the Congressional Gold Medal, and Mr. Gilbert went to Washington, D.C. to accept it. 

Students appreciated the opportunity to honor the veterans in their lives. Junior Myles Munro attended with his 92-year-old grandfather, Allison “Bud” Munro, who served in the Army during the Korean War.

“He was very excited to go,” Myles said. “It was definitely a special day. It was great for him to see people that he can relate with, who’ve been through the same things as him.”

Ms. Schnabel explained that the veterans breakfast was organized by a committee of administrators and teachers, and she plans to involve students to help plan next year’s event. She added that it was an honor to welcome the veterans to the school, many with deep connections to the Seaford community. The Seaford Booster provided a gift to all of the special guests, a camouflage Seaford Vikings T-shirt. 

“It’s important that we honor the veterans who have dedicated themselves to our country,” she said. “I could not have imagined anything better, and that is because of the energy of our students and staff. It was a really special morning and we’re looking forward to making this a tradition.”

 

 

 

Photos courtesy of the Seaford School District