Shelby County Memorial VFW Post 8904 and the Auxiliary are proud to announce
the winners of this year's youth essay contests.
Patriot's Pen - open to all students in grades 6-8. Essay of 300-400 words
on this year's theme: "America's Gift to My Generation".
Cullen Freeman & Mother Amanda
First Place: Joaquin 8th grade student Cullen Freeman (shown in photo with
mother, Amanda). Cullen received a framed certificate, Patriot's Pen Medal
and a check for $50.00.
Voice of Democracy - open to all students in grades 9-12. Oral essay of 3-5
minutes on this year's theme: "American History: Our Hope for the Future".
Abigail Hooper
Matthew Silvey
Co First Place Winners: Joaquin HS Senior Abigail Hooper and Joaquin HS
Senior Matthew Silvey. Both received a framed certificate, Voice of
Democracy Medal and a check for $100.00.
Each will now compete at the district level with results being announced
within the next 7-10 days.
Congratulations to the winners and a thank you to all who took the time to
enter.