Veterans, schoolchildren, and other members of the Chase County community gathered at the Chase County Veterans Memorial in Swope Park to celebrate and honor local veterans’ sacrifices and service.

Students from CCES, CCMS, and CCHS all participated in the ceremonies, with songs, essays, and letters dedicated to veterans.

Master of Ceremonies, Air Force veteran Col. Clay Childs, says that the students’ involvement allows veterans attending to see younger generations’ appreciation for those who have served.

“Veterans get to listen to kids from elementary school to high school talk about military service and how it's appreciated, and it really means a lot to the veterans,” said Childs. “It gives us great satisfaction in knowing that the future generations are in good hands… It's the Ameri

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