| Virginia Elementary School Posts a “Hit” on the Internet
Mary Ann Thompson, past Chairman of the Aerospace Education Foundation, recently forwarded information on an elementary school located in the Leigh Wade AFA Chapter area. A song giving tribute to those in the military is turning third-graders at Tussing Elementary School in Colonial Heights, Virginia, into a hit all over the Internet. The entire third-grade class performed an original song, "Thank You Soldiers," for Veteran's Day last year. After posting the video to YouTube and various video-hosting Web sites, it has now received over 63,000 views and e-mails from all over the country and the world.
Michael Souders, Tussing's music director, co-wrote the song with his wife Angela. "The purpose was to have the kids sing a song not about the soldiers, or for the soldiers," Souders said, "But to the soldiers." The school's music department puts on an annual performance, usually with a patriotic theme, for Veteran's Day. For last year's show, Souders wanted the students to send a personal message to the soldiers and their families. Souders said he has a deep appreciation for those who serve and have served. He wanted soldiers and veterans to be able to watch the video from wherever they are, even if they are currently serving overseas.
To view, go to: http://www.youtube.com/watch_popup?v=5pfBUUZNbFM
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