April 2009 - AMVETS Americanism Program

The students of North American Martyrs Catholic School in Monroeville were invited to join the competition in the Americanism Program, sponsored by North Braddock AMVETS Post 60.  This has been an ongoing cooperative effort for the past several years.  Kindergarten through Sixth Grade participated.  The Theme was:  What does an American Veteran mean to me?  On Friday, April 17, Commander Rege Riley, accompanied by a three-man Color Guard visited North American Martyrs School and presented various awards.  Kindergarten and First Grade participated in a Flag drawing contest.  Grades Second, Third, Fourth and Fifth participated in a Poster Contest and Sixth Grade participated in an Essay Contest.  Numerous children won award, in addition three students won top awards and will participate in the upcoming National Competition.  These three students received awards, trophies, medals and a $50 Savings Bond.