OTSELIC – Honoring veterans in time-honored fashion, high school and middle school students in the Otselic Valley School District celebrated Veterans Day with a ceremonial tribute on Tuesday.

The Veterans Day ceremony has become an annual tradition at OV. Each year, students take a moment to salute those who have bravely served in the U.S. armed forces and recognize the sacrifices made for the sake of freedom.

More than a dozen veterans in the Otselic area attended this year’s celebration. The tribute, organized by the OV chapter of the Future Farmers of America (FFA), featured videos, color guard, the OV band and chorus’ rendition of “The Star Spangled Banner,” and messages of inspiration for service men and women.

Otselic Valley FFA mentor and ag teacher (and former Army Reserve) Betty Robinson explained that the ceremony is a perfect chance to honor those who served while also instilling a sense of nationalism among students.