LA VERGNE, Tenn. (WTVF) — Mother's Day has come and gone for this year, but there's just one more story we had to share. We've told you about the Young Men of Distinction program at La Vergne Middle School.
You've met these young men before -- they're part of the Young Men of Distinction program at LaVergne Middle School.
The focus of the program is to teach these young men about leadership, responsibility, respect and responsibility.
"It has a special place in someone else's heart when they feel appreciated as well," said eighth grader Chukwudi Obi.
So with Mother's Day being on a Sunday, these students still made it a priority to honor their mother's in a special way on Monday.
"That love between you and your mom -- it's a bond that does not break," said Dr. Andres Rischer, the program's leader.
Students stood up, escorted their mothers, pulled the chair out, opened doors and even served them lunch. These young men even wrote letters to their moms, which they shared with them in-person.
"You're willing to love me even when I wronged you," one student told his mother.
"Listening to these young men tell their stories to us — it brought tears to all of our eyes," said one mother.
Watch these young men host this ceremony in the video player above.
It’s a sad reality that area animal shelters and non-profit rescue organizations face constant overcrowding -- with so many dogs, cats and other animals waiting for a forever home. Jason Lamb reports here that Metro leaders are working with those groups – including Critter Cavalry – to find solutions. I’ve fostered a dog from Critter Cavalry, so I understand the need is great. And I found my pup Domino through another local group, Proverbs Animal Rescue. Ultimately, it starts with all of us. Getting more dogs and cats spayed or neutered can help control the pet population – and ease the burden.
-Rhori Johnston
