Each year, Veterans Day provides an opportunity for communities to come together and honor and remember sacrifices made by our veterans. Local schools are taking an active role in the celebration with plenty of events and activities planned for veterans and their families, with most inviting veterans for warm meals and assemblies to honor their sacrifice. The events aim not to just recognize and honor veterans but to also educate students on the importance of Veterans Day.

Here’s a look at some events planned by area schools to honor our nation’s heroes.