Delaware Academy Central School at Delhi hosted around 30 veterans and their guests for breakfast at the school on Monday, followed by a public program and assembly honoring them in the high school auditorium.
Members of the National Honor Society helped serve the breakfast to the guests, who sat at tables with patriotic placements made by students. Following the meal prepared by the high school cafeteria staff, the veterans joined students and other attendees in the auditorium, where they were welcomed by Deputy Superintendent Carey Shultz. Patriotic musical performances were provided by the Senior Chorus, Senior Concert Band, Senior Orchestra, Senior Jazz Band and the 4th grade classes. Junior Paisley Smith also performed an original song, “The Last Letter.” Veterans were recognized by service branch, standing to applause from the audience.
Retired Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Scott Wetmore was the keynote speaker, receiving a standing ovation for his remarks.
The 7th grade art class presented a patchwork display they’d created to the veterans, and members of the Delaware Academy FFA presented cornhole boards to the Delhi American Legion. The boards were built by members of the FFA, and painted by students in the Community Action Service Art Class. National Honor Society members distributed a number
of door prizes, donated by local businesses, to close the program.
This is the 12th year that Delaware Academy has held this special event to honor local veterans.