VFW Post 8577 announces Teachers Award Contest

VFW Post 8577 and Ladies Auxiliary announce the Teachers Award Contest. 

Teachers who promote civic responsibility, flag etiquette and patriotism are prime candidates for this award. 

If you know of such a teacher, honor him or her today with the Smart/Maher VFW National Citizenship Education Teacher Award nomination. The VFW Post 8577 will recognize one outstanding teacher in grades K-5, 6-8 and 9-12. 

In 350 words or less, describe why you feel your nominee should be selected. Describe the teacher’s innovative teaching and resource development methods, as well as his or her dedication to education. 

Essays must be received by Nov. 1 at 1506 Veterans Ave.  

For an application go online to the VFW National website and obtain it from www.vfw.org. 

Any questions contact Chuck Downard 254-681-4344.