Butte Central Jr. High Celebrates Veteran's Day

Devon Mullman, Butte Central Junior High

Eighth-grade students recently spent class time focused on powerful non-fiction texts written by veterans. The goal was simple- to help students understand the real-life experiences of people who served in the military. They read firsthand accounts of service, sacrifice, and the challenges faced while in uniform. The class also held a discussion about an essay called "How to Talk to Veterans About War." This reading helped them learn how to respectfully talk to veterans and gave them a deeper appreciation for the veterans' commitment and service.

The students quickly turned their understanding into action to say thank you. They used the time to write personal letters of thanks to local veterans, sharing their gratitude for their service. To honor all veterans publicly, the class placed flags outside the school. The work wrapped up with a unifying moment of respect where students joined hands for a prayer for the veterans. This short but powerful effort connected what they read in class directly to showing respect and honor in their community.