Southampton High School Students Serve Up Thanks For Veterans

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SOUTHAMPTON, NY — Southampton High School students served up thanks recently for veterans.

According to the Southampton Union Free School District, the Southampton High School Mariners Patriot Club, under the direction of Thea Fry, held its 16th annual Veterans Appreciation Dinner on October 30.

The event paid tribute to more than 350 local veterans and their families for their sacrifices and service to the country, school officials said.

The veterans were treated to dinner and performances by the high school brass band and chorus, as well as Shinnecock drummer and singer Terrell Terry and Navajo singer Michelle Thomas, a NAMA-winning recording artist and CEO/founder of Navajo Goddess, who sang the Navajo Marine Hymn, district officials said.

The veterans were further honored by members of the elementary school’s student council and community service club, as well as the Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts.

Also in attendance were New York State, Southampton Town and Southampton Village police officers, members of the Southampton Town Police Explorers program, representatives from the Suffolk County Sherriff’s Office, elected officials from the Southampton Town and Southampton Village boards, and representatives from Congressman Nick LaLota’s office, school officials said.

"It was a wonderful evening," said Fry. "The Mariners Patriot Club thanks all in attendance as well as the high school staff and community volunteers."