Local Veterans, from WWII through the modern conflicts, joined Folsom students in observance of Memorial Day and in tribute to the courage demonstrated by members of the military and shared by their families. Isabella Fearn, along with members from the Veterans of Foreign Wars, V.F.W., led the pledge of allegiance. Gerry Carlton, of the V.F.W., addressed the students on courage through thoughtful and compelling stories that focused on how he, and others, managed to do the right thing, despite being scared and nervous. The students appeared to particularly enjoy Mr. Carlton's story about taking responsibility when he broke his family's cookie jar.
Members of the V.F.W. presented the students with small flags as a token of appreciation before Robert Merrihew, "Chef Bob", read the list of veterans that were related to students enrolled at Folsom. After hearing his or her name, the students stood and were recognized with applause from the flag waving audience in recognition for their family's service. Students also sang the Vermont State Song and the Folsom School Band, under the direction of Mrs. Little, performed "America the Beautiful" and "The Star Spangled Banner" with singer Isabella Fearn. The observance concluded with horns section's performance of "Taps".
Among the honored veteran attendees were: Bob Merrihew, John Lake, Everett Dubuque, John Buermann, Tim Brisson, Michael Guernsey, Gerry Carlton, Herbert Prakelt, Mark Rocheleau, John Roy, Russ Warring, Penelope Spaulding and Jon Wells.
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