Seasonal & Holidays

Oxford Students To Honor Veterans At School Assembly

Veterans, military members, first responders and residents are invited to the Nov. 11 event.

OXFORD, CT — Oxford High School students will honor veterans with music and guest speakers during a Veterans Day assembly Wednesday, Nov. 11.

The high school and the American Legion are inviting veterans, active military members, first responders and community members to the “Salute to Service” program, according to the town’s event announcement.

The assembly runs from 10 to 11 a.m. in the high school gymnasium at 61 Quaker Farms Road.

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The program will include a presentation of colors, musical tributes by students and remarks from guest veterans.

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Afterward, veterans and their families are invited to a light luncheon in the school cafeteria.

The gathering will “honor and thank those who have served,” organizers wrote in the announcement.

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