
Jim Irving, District 2 Commander VFW Post 12051 and Genevieve Robinson

Genevieve Robinson is congratulated by State Representative, John Ragan, District 13
Conducted nationwide, the Patriot’s Pen is a VFW-sponsored youth essay competition that gives sixth, seventh, and eight grade students an opportunity to write essays expressing their views on an annual patriotic theme. Over 100,000 students submitted essays from around the country and around the world. This year’s Patriot’s Pen essay asked students to describe “The America I Believe In….” Students were asked to think hard about the America they believe in and, in 300 – 400 words, articulate what makes our nation unique and great.
In her essay, Genevieve wrote, “We have a country in which our differences are celebrated instead of discouraged. Our different talents can be utilized to build a better, stronger nation.” We are so proud of Genevieve for achieving such a distinguished recognition.

Front Row: Jim Irving, District 2 Commander, Wayne Knabbenhoft, Thomas Booker, Clyde Sutton Back Row: Brad Heun, Mickey Vickery, Matthew Libby, Doug Kesterson, John Ragan, State Representative, District 13, Genevieve Robinson, Sister Marie Blanchette, O.P. Principal of St. Mary’s School