February, 2009, Riverside County Office of Education, Kenneth M. Young, Riverside County Superintendent of Schools

RCOE awards high school diplomas to veterans

photo of veterans at the Operation Recognition ceremonyThe Riverside County Office of Education in November 2008 awarded high school diplomas to 17 veterans of World War II, Korea and Vietnam-era wars, noting their sacrifice and service in its annual Operation Recognition Ceremony.

The program allows veterans and internees to receive diplomas in recognition of their service to their country. The program is sponsored by RCOE with assistance from the Riverside County Department of Veteran’s Services.

“I know that many of you had lost all hope of ever completing your formal high school education and receiving your diploma,” said Kenneth M. Young, Riverside County Superintendent of Schools. “Today, we are going to take care of that in this special
ceremony where the public education community is embracing the veteran community in thanking and recognizing each of you for the sacrifices you made years ago to forego your education to serve our country.”

RCOE has awarded 163 diplomas since beginning the program to honor veterans last year. By popular demand, the office recently changed the date of the ceremony from May to the week of Veterans Day.


The mission of RCOE is to ensure the success of all students through extraordinary service, support, and partnerships
The 2009 Report to the Community was written and prepared by the Riverside County Office of Education. It is also available as a pdf (13.7 MB). Copyright © 2009 Riverside County Superintendent of Schools. 3939 Thirteenth Street, Riverside, CA 92501