Eighth grade students were able to enjoy presentations from Coast Guard and Army veterans for Veteran’s Day. The speakers explained the nature of their jobs and highlights from their military careers.
Major Raymond Benisek, one of the special guest speakers, graciously gifted the school with a flag that flew over Afghanistan in appreciation for our support in honoring the military. The certificate reads as follows:
Operation Enduring Freedom FOB Sharana, Afghanistan – This is to certify that this Flag of the United States of America Was proudly flown on September 11, 2010, in the face of the enemy, and bears witness to the dedication, integrity, and professionalism of armed military forces defending the freedom of the United States of America and the World. In Appreciation For Your Support By HHC, 112th Engineer Battalion Task Force Predator - signed by CSM Darrell A. Weenink Command Sergent Major and MAJ Raymond Benisek II Operations Officer
BM1 Kevin Morran, 8th Grade US History teacher Sandra Cibulskas, and Commander Mark Bobal (retired)
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Mr. Fox, an Army Veteran, is a Boy Scout leader for several middle school students and is a parent of three Olmsted Falls students.
Mr. Grey Wettstein (SFC) -parent of Chase Sabo – eighth grader, and Major Raymond Benisek – parent of Ray Benisek – eighth grader.
Major Raymond Benisek and his son Ray Benisek – pictured with the flag that has flown over Afghanistan and was presented to the school.
Thank you to all of these outstanding presenters for sharing your experiences with our students, and for serving our country!