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From The KMIL  News Room

November 12, 2001

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Cameron I.S.D. Honors Veterans

 (Cameron)  Every Cameron student packed into the newly constructed Yoe High Gymnasium to honor United States Veterans, who have served our country.  Retired Lt. Col. Dwight Jekel (pictured left) reminded students and other community members in attendance at Monday's ceremony of the sacrifice made by many across our country.  Asking the question, "Would you be willing to lay your life on the line for a piece of paper?" Speaking of the bill of rights.  Also during Monday's ceremony, keynote speaker, Drayton McLane addressed the crowd, remembering the real heroes in our country.  During the assembly, Superintendent, Maxie Morgan took time to recognize the real heroes in our community, recognizing our veterans, State Troopers, The Milam County Sheriff's Department, Cameron Police Officers, Cameron Volunteer Fire Department, Cameron EMS, and Cameron ISD School BOard Members, Administrators, Teachers and Staff.

Also on Monday's Tribute to America, Yoe High Graduate, and current anchor woman at KCEN-TV, Lisa Heitman performed "God Bless America" and Yoe High Student, William Anthony performed the National Anthem.

Cameron students listen to keynote speaker Drayton McLane

Cameron Elementary 5th Grade Choir sings "America"

Honored guests, Veterans, State Troopers, Law Enforcement Officials, Fireman, EMS Workers were recognized

Houston Astros Owner, and Cameron Native Drayton McLane

Cameron Superintendent Maxie Morgan welcomed students and guests to Veterans Day Tribute to America

Yoe High Junior William Anthony performs the National Anthem

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