Veterans and Students Share Stories Through Art

By MOHAMED FARGHALY

mfarghaly@queensledger.com

In the main hallway of Our Lady of Hope Catholic Academy, a row of watercolor portraits now hangs in tribute to 11 local veterans — each brushstroke telling a story of service, sacrifice, and connection. The artwork, created by seventh graders, culminates weeks of collaboration between students and veterans who shared their personal experiences in a project designed to bring history to life.

The project began in September when students met with veterans from the community to conduct interviews and sketch portraits based on their conversations. Under the guidance of art teacher Carmel Ann Caputo and English teacher Pat Honan, students later transformed their drawings into watercolor paintings

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