Hoffman Middle Celebrates Veterans Day

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The LOTC (Leadership Officer Training Corps) at Hoffman Middle School hosted the campus’ second annual tribute to veterans. The students and staff members at Hoffman Middle provided a memorable and emotional tribute to veterans who have served and are currently serving our country.

Under the direction of Staff Sergeant Marcial Sánchez, who is retired from the U.S. Army and served in Operation Desert Shield-Desert Storm, the LOTC Color Guard posted the colors. Additionally, the Hoffman Band played patriotic music under the direction of Michael Owen and Emily Puetz. SSG Sánchez welcomed students, parents and community members. The audience was also shown a video, which was narrated by Puetz that included images, information, and poetry of local military service members. During the video presentation, the Hoffman Band played the “Armed Forces Medley.”

After the moving presentation, the Hoffman Boys’ Choir, the Hoffman Choir and the Hoffman Band performed “God Bless the U.S.A.” and “America the Beautiful.” Principal Cheryl Matthews made closing remarks before the Hoffman Choir, under the direction of Leeann Broadous, sang “Taps” along to the tune played by Sergeant Mark Collado. Collado served in Operation Desert Storm in the U.S. Marines and played the ceremonial bugle for the United States Marine Drum and Bugle Corps or the “The Commandant’s Own” as it is officially known because of its historical connection with the Commandant of the Marine Corps.

Hoffman Middle School and its community, thank SSG Sánchez, the LOTC, band and choir for their hard work in providing a wonderful tribute to veterans.