Media Contact
Abi Douglas-Lott, Communications Manager
601.545.3002

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 27, 2025

PETAL, Miss. – The Petal High School (PHS) JROTC will host its annual Veterans Recognition and Appreciation Ceremony on Monday, November 10, to honor the men, women and families who have served in the armed forces. All military service members, retired and active, National Guard and Reserve, along with their guests, are invited to attend.

The event will begin with a special breakfast at 8:45 a.m. in the Petal High School cafeteria, followed by a recognition and appreciation ceremony from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. in the school gymnasium. Designated parking will be available in the front two rows of the main parking lot for guests attending the ceremony. Students with veteran family members are invited to sit alongside their loved ones during the ceremony.

Veterans and guests will enjoy performances from members of the Petal High School Band, Show Choir, Digital Media, and Speech and Debate teams. In addition, the youngest, oldest and longest serving veterans will be recognized for their service.

For more information, contact the PHS JROTC at 601.554.7277 or jrotc@petalschools.com.

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