1/2 West Rowan Elementary students line the halls and cheer during a veterans event on Monday. - Chandler Inions

CLEVELAND — West Rowan Elementary hosted veterans for a breakfast and celebration on Monday to recognize them for their service.

The annual event featured a presentation of the colors by the West Rowan High School JROTC and a singing of the national anthem by the school’s fifth graders.

Music teacher Alex Day said the 5th graders look forward to singing at the veterans breakfast every year and that they begin practicing a long time in advance to be ready for the big day.

Speaking to the crowd, Principal Dr. April Williamson said, “Today we gather to honor the men and women who have served our country with courage, sacrifice and unwavering commitment. We would like to honor

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