Veterans Day arrived early for some Morton children

PEORIA (25 News Now) -Students at Morton’s Lettie Brown Elementary School opened their hallways to veterans to give them a special honor.

They lined up and down the hall to give their own version of an honor flight reception.

Armed with signs and flags students cheered the vets as they walked by.... some students even got to sing for them.

Sgt. Maj. Chad Bell who was the guest speaker said

“It’s a really neat experience and I feel honored that they asked me to speak today,” said Sgt. Maj. Chad Bell of the Illinois National Guard.

“I have two boys going to this school here and I like how they’re teaching all the kids the importance of Veterans’ Day and it’s a great event to bring the community and talk about Veterans Day.” said Bell.

The school’s principal, Faith Waterfield, says that it is important to teach students to honor veterans and to thank them for their service to our country.