Yesterday I had the privelege of directing our fifth and 6th grade students as they sang before the Chigago Wolves hockey game as a tribute to our armed forces. This was so fitting just before Veterens Day and the kids did a fantastic job. This is one of my favorite events of the year and I can't wait to take next year's group back to do it all over again.
The students have worked hard on the medley since the first day of choir this year. They learned all of the songs for each branch of our armed forces and felt a sense of pride in being able to celebrate these brave soldiers who help to protect and keep our country a safe place to live. We had many conversations throughtout the learning process about how hard it would be to live away from your loved ones, but that their job is so important.
I love this event even more because the students families also come together as a community to support their children and get to enjoy a great hockey game, as well. I get to see many current students that are younger siblings of the choir students and I like for them to see what they may get to be a part of one day. I also get to see many former students who are older siblings of my current choir students. I get to catch up and have a nice relaxed time to hear about all of the wonderful things they are doing in their lives. All in all, this was a great event. The kids were amazing and there were many smiles all around!
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