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Veterans Day Ceremony to Take Place at SBHS

Jhony Hernandez, Contributor • December 7, 2023

South Broward High School’s JROTC starts off the game with their flag ceremony and the national anthem.

Tomorrow, November 9th, at 10:00 a.m. SBHS JROTC will commemorate Veteran’s Day with a celebration in the big gym.

SBHS’s JROTC Battalion will escort local veterans into the big gym where they will be treated to a traditional eggs, bacon and hash brown breakfast.

Next, the festivities will start with the color guard presenting the colors commanded by C/Command Sergeant Major Alexander Villalobos followed by the pledge of Allegiance and then C/CPT Claire Clemonshe will sing the National Anthem.

More than forty school and community members are expected to attend.

“We told the cadets if they have any family members they are welcome to the the ceremony. We also reached out to clubs in SBHS,” said SBHS student Anthony Clase.

NHS, SGA and MTL clubs are expected to attend. JROTC also invited the all the SBHS AP’s, administration and any veterans on campus.

This events is to commemorate, remember and thank our veterans for their service. The event also features guest speakers, a laying of the wreath ceremony for each military branch: Air Force, Army, Marines, Navy and Coast Guard. There will also be slide show presentation.

Next, taps will be play by a marching band member, Brandon Lopez.

Let this be seen as a sign in remembrance of all the men and women who have selflessly fought to protect our nation.

On behalf of South Broward High School, and our JROTC Program we are honored to present Veterans with a small token of appreciation for your dedication and service to our nation.

Finally to conclude the ceremony, thank you to our honorable Veterans for coming out to celebrate Veterans Day with the Bulldawg Battalion here at South Broward High School. We appreciate your service and once again thank you for everything.

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Jhony Hernandez, Contributor

Jhony Hernandez is a senior at South Broward, and jumped at the chance to join Journalism when he heard who the teacher was. "Ms. Mayorga is my favorite at school, so of course I signed up," he said. Hernandez grew up in Caracas, Venezuela. When he was 9 he moved to the USA because his country was dangerous and his parents did not want him to live there. "It would have been bad if I went to high school there," he said. He is also a member of the Bulldog's baseball team, quickly fitting in and earning the nickname "Chucky." "I dressed like Chucky for Halloween and they all thought that was funny," said Hernandez. Hernandez has a wide range of music he likes, most recently country. "It's all we can play at practice since there's usually no curse words," he said. One of his favorite hobbies is watching movies, and the one he rewatches most is "Salt." The movie by Evenly Salt is about the CIA. "It's great because I want to be part of the CIA in the future," said Hernandez. He also enjoys the beach, traveling, and any activity he can do with his friends. He finds it easy to be accepted by those around him. "I just have an outgoing personality," he said.

Saarah Juman-Welch, Photographer

Saarah Juman-Welch is a 17 year old Junior at SBHS. Born in Indiana, Juman-Welch moved to Florida at the age of four, first living in Davie, then coming to Hollywood. Her hobby since sixth grade has been sports photography, and thanks to journalism, she has expanded to nature photography. “I never struggled with photography; it just comes naturally,” said Juman-Welch. Despite this, Juman-Welch still chose journalism in hopes of improving her photography skills. Outside of photography, Juman-Welch enjoys baking for her friends and family. Her favorite desserts to make are baklava and brownies. “When I’m in the kitchen, I feel like I can just let go and make what my heart desires,” said Juman-Welch. Her goals for the year are to save money to buy her own camera and win at least one All-State award at the FSPA State Convention. “This year, I hope we can attend the actual state convention and not just submit our entries online,” stated Juman-Welch.