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BASTROP — Three young students’ efforts at a popular community event didn’t go unnoticed.
On Feb. 3, members of the Bastrop Area Cruisers visited Bastrop High School to recognize the Clayton Sherman, Kevin Hoefer and Laina McDonald for work during the 2022 Heroes and Hotrods Veterans Day Car Show. The students were presented with a plaque to recognize their involvement with the event and for helping to make the car show possible.
The annual event honors American veterans with a classic car display and ceremony in downtown Bastrop. An estimated 6,000 visitors saw more than 400 cars.
These and teacher Derryck Hedley helped numerous aspects of the all-day event, including registration, check-in, parking cars and observing the judging techniques used to rate each car’s condition.
Sherman, a BHS senior, has participated in the event for two years.
“I think this is a great way to learn about teamwork and leadership,” he said.
The volunteer partnership with the Bastrop Area Cruisers is part of a community service project for the Bastrop High School SkillsUSA Auto Tech Car Club. The contest evaluates local chapter activities that benefit the community and recognizes excellence and professionalism in the area of community service.
During the visit, Sherman, Hoefer and McDonald gave their presentation in front of the Bastrop Area Cruisers members about the Veteran’s Day event and their participation they presented at district competition. The car club members gave their feedback and praise about how well the students did with their presentation and bringing awareness to their community.
