Bethel Elementary School students in grades three through five recently entered the Junior American Citizens’ Stamp Contest and placed in local, state and division level competitions.
Sponsored by the Daughters of the American Revolution, the contest was held to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Students had to design a stamp to represent that theme.
Joyce Green and Grace Baptist placed first at the Williamsburg Chapter local level, as well as the state and the Eastern Division levels. Sarah Carlton won a second-place award at the Williamsburg Chapter local level.
Honorable Mentions were awarded to Lauren Chapman, Nora Walke, Zachary Miller, Mason Roberts, Stinson Brunjes, Kalleigh Erickson and Teagan Gallaher.
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