American Legion Auxiliary

The American Legion Auxiliary sponsored a writing contest for students in grades 7-8.  Mrs. Leabo's writing class participated.  Students wrote a 350-400 word essay based on this years theme, "How Can We Address The Health And Well-Being Of Our Veterans And Their Families".  Winning essays were:  1st Place - Bridgett Summers, 2nd Place - Paige Lilleman, and 3rd place - Gavin Nolte.  Congratulations to Bridgett she will advance to district competition in April. Local winners received a cash award from the Women's Auxiliary and McDonald's from Concordia donated prizes to everyone that participated.  Pictured above left - right:  Dana Plattner, Jan Erdman, Gavin Nolte, Paige Lilleman, Carol Cook, Bridget Summers and Bev Bargfrede.