June 2026
Issue 162
ECC News and Important Information
- Summer classes started June 1st!
- ECC will be closed on Fridays during the summer. May 22nd through August 7th.
Please Note:
You must complete the on-line enrollment verification directly to the VA to confirm that you are still enrolled in classes! If a student fails to verify their attendance for two consecutive months, then the VA will withhold their housing allowance until the verification has been completed. The VA contact number: 1-888-442-4551 or 1-888-GIBILL-1
U.S. ARMY celebrates it’s 251st BIRTHDAY JUNE 14th!
The group of militia members who showed up to fight the British in 1775 were paid and equipped by the colonies without a formal type of government authorization that would later characterize operations and strategy of the U.S. Department of Defense. The creation of a standing colonial army led by its new commander-in-chief, George Washington, who assumed command in the summer of 1775. The U.S. Army’s first official training period as a military service is reported as being held between winter 1777 and 1778. Held at Valley Forge, the training was conducted by Prussian military officer Baron von Steuben.
D-Day June 6, 1944
D-Day will observe it’s 82nd anniversary on June 6th. D-Day is also known as the Allied Invasion of Normandy. The significance of the D-Day landings is that they represented a major turning point in World War II and allow us to reflect on those who gave their lives to guarantee the freedom enjoyed today. Less than a year after the invasion, the Allies formally accepted Nazi Germany’s surrender.
JUNE 14th is Flag Day!
Flag Day is celebrated by Americans on June 14 each year and commemorates the adoption of the Stars and Stripes as the official flag of the United States. “…the flag of the United States shall be of thirteen stripes of alternate red and white, with a union of thirteen stars of white in a blue field, represent-ing the new constellation.” Many Americans celebrate Flag Day by displaying the Red, White and Blue in front of homes and businesses.
Women Veterans Day, June 12th
According to the Department of Veterans Affairs, in 2017, Texas roughly had 177,500 women veterans. The 85th legislative session in Texas, State Representative Victoria Neave filed House Bill 2698 to designate June 12 each year thereafter as Women Veterans Day, a day to recognize and honor women veterans throughout the state.
Military Connected Observances and Events
May is observed as national military appreciation month and the military caregiver month
- 6 June - D-Day is observed
- 12 June - Women Veterans Day observed
- 14 June - U.S. Army 251st Birthday celebration is observed
- 14 June - U.S. Flag Day is recognized
- 19 June - Juneteenth holiday is observed
- 21 June - Father's Day is celebrated
- 27 June - PTSD Awareness Day-to educate the public about PTSD, reduce stigma, and connect survivors with treatment resources.
Join an Organizaion
Edgewater Veterans Club
Meets on the 1st Wednesday at 7 pm
Contact: Tom Johnson
Email: tcjohnson1968@sbcglobal.net
Elgin Post 57– American Legion
Contact: Jason Shanahan, Asst. Adjutant
Phone: (847) 741-2358
Email: alelginpost57@yahoo.com
American Legion Auxiliary District 11 Board
Contact: Rebecca Larsen
Phone: (224) 201-9263
Email: beckyleemo12@gmail.com
HINES Hospital
Contact: Matthew Santos
Phone: (708) 990-9723
Lee Barrett Memorial AMVETS Post 202 Elgin
Meets on the 1st Monday at the American Legion Hall
820 North Liberty Street
Elgin, IL 60120
VFW Post 1307 Elgin
Contact: Bob Getz
Phone: (630) 777-8574
VAC-Veterans Assistance Commission
Contact: Jake Zimmerman, Superintendent
Phone: (630) 232-3550
719 South Batavia Ave., Building A
Geneva, IL 60134
VITAL Outreach Program
Contact: Krystal L. Gilewski, LCSW
Phone: (708) 202-4893
Support Over Stigma
Contact: Zoeie Kreiner
Phone: (630) 488-7842
Print Page
Documents
- Veteran and Military Benefit Activation Form - PDF
- Military Spouse and Family Educational Assistance Programs
- 2025 October Veterans Newsletter - PDF
If you require an accessible version of this newsletter, please contact webservices@elgin.edu.
Military Friendly School
Contact
Veteran Resource Center
Building F, Room F201
847-214-7531
veteranservices@elgin.edu
Hours
Monday to Thursday: 8 am to 7:00 pm
Friday: 8 am to 3:30 pm
Contact
Veteran Services Coordinator
Anitra King
Building F, Room F207
847-214-7531
aking@elgin.edu
Hours
Monday through Thursday: 9:30 am to 7:00 pm
Friday: 9:30 am to 4:00 pm
Contact
School Certifying Official (SCO)
Valeria Garza Cordero
Building B, Room B156
847-214-7520
vgarzacordero@elgin.edu
Hours
Monday through Friday: 8 am to 5 pm