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Culbertson Students Receive Surprise Visit and Holiday Party

The Illinois State Police and WalMart Hosted Operation Santa

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Santa Arrives to Culbertson School by Motorcycle
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Illinois State Police Master Sargeant Hector Alejandre and Colonel Timothy Tyler talk with Jancarlos Jacobo and Anthony Wade
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The students enjoyed making crafts with Santa's helpers

The holidays got off to a wonderful start for more than 275 Kindergarten through fifth grade students at T.E. Culbertson Elementary School. The Illinois State Police Heritage Foundation and WalMart hosted an “Operation Santa” holiday party at the Joliet elementary school. The day began with a surprise parade featuring dozens of squad cars from Illinois State Police and Joliet Police Department. Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus even arrived on a motorcycle. Throughout the day, students played games with Illinois State Police Troopers and Walmart Associates and enjoyed snacks and crafts. In addition, all students received personalized presents from Santa and Mrs. Claus.

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