Meeker FFA chapter sponsored an essay contest for students as part of the school’s Veterans Day program on Friday.
A panel of community members judged the essays and winners of each grade level received $15. The overall winners from the high school and middle school received $50 and read their essays during the Veterans Day program at the school.
The winners by grade were: Alaina Janeway, 6th grade; Macy Joes, 7th grade; Addilyn Tipton, 8th grade; Devyn Frazier, 9th grade; Corbin Maggard, 10th grade; Brynna Raines, 11th grade; Brittany Doulette, 12th grade.
Addilyn Tipton was the middle school winner and Brittany McDoulette the high school winner. Here are Brittany’s and Addilyn’s essays.