For the third consecutive year, Copiague Middle School math teacher Matt Pellettier commemorated Veterans Day by sharing his personal experiences as an Iraqi War veteran. Mr. Pellettier was a member of the fighting 69thArmy National Guard, where he served six years before being activated and sent to Iraq. During his presentation, he showed the students two videos, one highlighting his personal photos and a tribute video to all soldiers. He also spoke to the students what he experienced while in Iraq, told of his reasons for joining the National Guard, shared stories of his time in the National Guard, and answered student questions.
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