The Catholic High School Color Guard will present the colors prior to our Guest Speaker.

Let’s honor the brave men and women who have served our nation in times of war and peace. Don’t miss this powerful program of tribute and inspiration.

Veterans: You are our honored guests. In gratitude for your service, we invite you to attend at no cost. (Please register in advance to reserve your seat.)

Colonel (Ret.) Robert A. Ator II was appointed Secretary of the Arkansas Department of Veterans Affairs in January 2025. He previously served as Director of Military Affairs for the Arkansas Economic Development Commission beginning in 2018.

Colonel Ator graduated from the United States Air Force Academy in 1989 and served 11 years on active duty before joining the Arkansas Air National Guard. He later became Commander of the 189th Airlift Wing, where he was responsible for more than 1,000 military personnel. During his leadership, the Wing received the Air Force Outstanding Unit Award twice.