Major General Doug Pierson of the United States Marine Corps visited his daughter Olivia’s first-grade class and teacher Beth Christofferson at Northwood Elementary School on Nov. 7 to share information about Veterans Day (Nov. 11). Olivia’s mom, Maggie, was also in attendance and was a huge support in answering the curious questions students had about being in the armed forces. Doug noted about the special visit: “It was such an honor for Maggie and me to be able to join you. Thank you for the great opportunity. The questions were so great, all the kids were so engaged, and I was humbled that you offered the chance to come in and talk with the kids about what the military is all about, and the history of Veterans Day. So incredibly awesome of you.” Photo courtesy of the Mercer Island School District