The Home of the Brave

Sure, today was the 100th Indy 500, and that's something to be commemorated.

But this weekend is, more importantly, a time to remember those who have served our country. In particular, we want to think about those close to us in 5-1 for the 2010/2011 school year, namely Eric Patterson, Petty Officer 3rd Class, who serves in the United States Navy Lt. Colonel Todd Spencer, father of Gary Spencer, who serves in the U.S. Army.

Over the past school year, my students and I learned that these soldiers are people that we know, and not nameless soldiers out there. They are our brothers, sisters, fathers, mothers, aunts, uncles, and friends.

We want to thank you all for your sacrifices and all you've done to secure our country against those who would do us harm. There is nothing we can ever do to thank you for your service to our country.

Thank you. Please know that we appreciate all that you, and all others who serve or have served, have done for us, and afforded us the lives we live each day.