First-grades students at Everest Academy got a very special lesson in being a hero from a man many would consider as one.
Lt. Commander Timothy Kerr, a Navy Reserve officer and engineer for Daimler Chrysler, just returned from a six-month tour of duty in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. On Oct. 31, he visited a group of student and talked to them about famous patriots in American history and how people like policemen, firemen and teachers can be modern-day heroes.
Kerr briefly touched on the effect of terrorism on America but focused mainly on what everyone can do to show their patriotism. He showed the students how to treat the America flag properly and how to salute.
Because it was Halloween and after getting permission from the teachers in attendence, Kerr passed out candy as well.