VFW PATRIOT'S PEN ESSAY CONTEST
"Why I Honor the American Flag". Congratulations to all the winners of the VFW Patriot's Pen Essay Contest. Many thanks to Commander Tom Goodman & members of the Joseph A. Schumacher VFW Post 1597 Auxiliary for sponsoring the contest & encouraging our students to explore and learn about patriotism and freedom that our veterans have sacrificed and fought for. Congrats to: Isabella C., & Emma C. of Gr. 7 and 8th graders: Gabrielle T., Erin M., Callie W. and Ireland N. (not present) We also recognize Syrianna for volunteering to describe the meaning of the red, white and blue flag that we pledge our allegiance to every day!