Filmmaker Larry Cappetto speaks to his crew Wednesday at Hampshire High School. | Michael Smart~Sun-Times Media
Students listen to the directions given by filmmaker Larry Cappetto during a recess from making a short film Wednesday at Hampshire High School. | Michael Smart~Sun-Times Media
“Even though I have a little part, it’s really a blessing and an honor,” said Kristen Flojo, 15, of Gilberts, who participated in a short film on war veterans Wednesday at Hampshire High School. | Michael Smart~Sun-Times Media
Filmmaker Larry Cappetto thanks veteran Whitey Reiser of Hampshire for his service and taking part in filming Wednesday at Hampshire High School. | Michael Smart~Sun-Times Media
Veterans wait during a short recess from filmmaking Wednesday at Hampshire High School. | Michael Smart~Sun-Times Media
HAMPSHIRE — There were no desks in the classroom. Just a teacher, about 30 students, a blue star flag and a question written on the chalkboard: “What have you done to earn to earn the right to sit at your desk?” When the students answered …