The themes were “Why veterans are important to our nation’s history and future” for the VOD and Patriot’s Pen, “Why I appreciate America’s veterans”.
Students who participate have the opportunity to be awarded at the post level, district level, state and national levels. This year the VFW gave prizes totaling $3,620. Pictured are this year’s winners.
Voice of Democracy winners are:
Jordyn Russell-Mills – 1st Place
Katie Christian – 2nd Place
Laura Larcom – 3rd Place
Patriot’s Pen winners are:
Dempsey Flynn (St. Agnes) – 1st Place
Mercedes Miller – 2nd Place
Jesse Shoemaker – 3rd Place
Also pictured – Mrs. Diane Sheets-Secretary of Ladies Auxiliary Post 1568, Mrs. Diane Richardson-Vice President of Ladies Auxiliary, Mr. Don Richardson, Commander of Beirne-Webster VFW Post 1568,