Colt honors veterans with meal, ceremony
MARBLE FALLS — Colt Elementary School students and staff want to recognize area veterans with a free lunch and a special ceremony Friday.
“We wanted to do something on Veterans Day to thank all the people who have served this country,” said Assistant Principal Mark Richert. “It’s also a great chance for our students to connect with these heroes.”
The Veterans Day Ceremony starts with a complimentary lunch at 12:30 p.m. for past and current members of the armed services. Other visitors can eat as well, but it’s $3 for adults and $1.25 for children.
“If possible, we’d like to know how many people plan to eat lunch with us so we can plan ahead,” Richert said. “And this is our turkey dinner day.”
Many of the teachers and staff are making desserts.
The ceremony is 2-3 p.m. on the campus, 2200 Manzano Mile.
“The (Veterans of Foreign Wars) post will be helping us present the colors,” Richert said. “The Highland Lakes Men’s Chorus is going to perform. And the (Marble Falls Middle School) choir is coming over to sing. We’re trying to make it a very special event and give the students a chance to honor the men and women who have served — and continue — to serve our country.”
For more or to RSVP, call Richert at (830) 693-3474 or by e-mail at mrichert@mfisd.txed.net.