Northbrook Jr High To Continue Veterans Day Tradition With Ceremony

NORTHBROOK, IL — A tradition continues at Northbrook Junior High this month with the annual Veterans Day ceremony planned on Friday, Nov. 10, the day prior to the holiday. As it has for over a decade, NBJH will be hosting American Legion Post 791 Veterans Day Ceremony beginning at 8:45 a.m. at 1475 Maple Ave.

According to the district, local veterans and guests are invited to attend the all-school assembly. The program will feature keynote speaker Jon Crisafulli, commander master chief of Naval Station Great Lakes, and performances by the Northbrook Junior High Chamber Orchestra, Philharmonic Orchestra and Concert Choir.

Tom Kittler, American Legion Post 791 commander, is serving as master of ceremonies and Chaplain Tom Mahoney will lead the opening and closing Prayers. Following the ceremony, which will be held in the large gym, the Sons of American Legion Squadron 791 will present a rifle salute and followed by the traditional performance of "Taps" around the flagpole outside, according to the district.

"Northbrook Junior High is thrilled to play host for such a meaningful event for the community," NBJH Principal Dr. Scott Meek said. "We know how much Veterans Day and this ceremony means to our local veterans. It’s important that our school community is aware of the sacrifices they have made and that we honor all they have done to make our country a great place to live."

Veterans and guests should park in the back lot and use the gymnasium entrance. School drop-off traffic should be clear by 8:35 a.m. The district said to contact 847-498-7920 with any additional questions.