Wellington Elementary To Honor Vet May 30

Wellington Elementary School Principal Dr. Eugina Smith Feaman has announced the school will honor American Red Cross Courage Award winning educator Cpl. Burt Richards of the Veterans Speakers Forum and his sidekick, G. I. Joe.

Seven classes of first-grade students will perform a show in his honor in recognition of Memorial Day at Wellington Elementary School on Friday, May 30 at 8:30 a.m. in the cafeteria. The school will then present an outstanding recognition award to Richards for all he has accomplished in educating the students at Wellington Elementary School, honoring those who served and American history.

The show and celebration is also for his 84th birthday. For more info., call (561) 734-7263.

ABOVE:  Cpl. Burt Richards with his sidekick, G.I. Joe.