SHREVEPORT, La. - Veterans Day celebrated on Nov. 11, is a time for Americans to pause, reflect and express our deep gratitude to the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. This day is more than just a federal holiday; it's a tribute to the courage, dedication and sacrifices made by our veterans throughout history. Veterans Day, which originally began as Armistice Day to remember and honor the end of World War I in 1918, has evolved into a day to honor all who have served in the military, both past and present. From those who fought in distant lands to protect our freedoms to those who served stateside to keep us safe, we recognize the commitment that each service member has made to defend our nation.
Veterans Day Events
Louisiana Downs Honors Veterans and Active-Duty Service Members
- Louisiana Downs Racetrack and Casino will honor area veterans and active-duty service members by providing a free lunch from 11AM to 2PM.
City of Shreveport Celebrates Veterans Day
- The City of Shreveport will be closed on Monday in honor of Veterans Day.
Veterans Day Events at School Monday
Kingston Elementary
- Kingston will host a Veterans Day breakfast at 7:30 a.m. for students along with their military family in the gym.
Legacy Elementary
- 8:20 a.m. Veterans Breakfast
- 9 a.m. Veterans Program
- Legacy will host a veterans breakfast at 8:20 a.m. honoring all who serve or have served. A program will follow at 9 a.m.
Haughton Middle School
- Haughton Middle School will host a refreshment social at 8:30 a.m. for veterans prior to a Veterans Day assembly at 9 a.m. which will feature the Haughton High School JROTC. The program will coincide with the HMS Aerospace Assembly.
R.V. Kerr Elementary
- R.V. Kerr Elementary is hosting a breakfast at 8:30 a.m. for veterans and their families. The Kinder Kats will be performing patriotic songs in honor of our veterans.
Benton Elementary
- Benton Elementary will have a Veterans Day Breakfast and Heroes' Walk at 9 a.m.
Parkway High School Tattoo Ceremony
- Parkway JROTC will host its annual Tattoo Ceremony at 9 a.m. in the auxiliary gym. This year’s theme is “Unbroken: The 1936 Olympics.” It is recommended that guests arrive at 8:30 a.m. for parking and seating.
Princeton Elementary
- Princeton Elementary will have a Veterans Day program at 9 a.m.
Cope Middle School
- Cope Middle School will host a Veterans Day program at 9 a.m. in the school gym. The program will be led by the Cope Ambassadors, the school’s Military Club. Cope Band and Cope Choir will also perform and there will be a guest speaker from Barksdale Air Force Base. Cope parents/guardians are invited to attend.
Sun City Elementary
- Sun City will host its Veterans Assembly during two shifts. Third grade classes will perform patriotic songs, then any students with veterans present will introduce them.
Butler Educational Complex
- Butler Educational Complex is planning a Veterans Day program at 10 a.m. Bossier Schools’ Homeless and Migrant Liaison Arcenia Anthony, an Army Veteran, will be the speaker and there will be a special performance by Bossier High School AFJROTC.
Apollo Elementary
- Apollo will have a Veterans Day program at 12:45 p.m. in the school gym.
Stockwell Place Elementary
- Stockwell Place will have a Veterans Day Parade and student-led assembly at 1 p.m. All veterans and current military members connected to Stockwell students are invited to the parade and assembly being held in their honor. The assembly will feature the honor choir, cheerleader performances and student presentations of spoken word pieces themed around service, sacrifice, courage and hope for the future. A reception will follow.
Bellaire Elementary
- Bellaire will hold a Veterans Day assembly at 1 p.m.
Airline High School Color Guard
- The Airline High School Color Guard will Present the Colors at the ribbon cutting of the north/south corridor of the Swan Lake extension.
Plain Dealing High School
- A Veterans Day program is scheduled at 1:30 p.m. at Plain Dealing High School.
Elm Grove Middle School
- Elm Grove Middle School will have a Veterans Day assembly at 1:30 p.m. in the gym, featuring the Parkway High School Color Guard, the EGMS band, student participants and a guest speaker.