Rattan Student continues on to State Essay Compition

January 19, 2012

Pictured L to R are: Back row - Mrs. Hawkins, Adjct Neil Kimberlin,Commander Howard Sumner, Front row - students Kaitlyn Jones, Nathan Carlile and Makayla Cayton of Rattan Public Schools.

Commander Howard Sumner and Adjutant Neil Kimberlin of Hugo VFW Post 8316 presented awards to 6th grade students at Rattan Elementary for their essays in the "Patriots Pen" Essay Contest.

Ms. Hawkins’ 6th grade class wrote about the importance of patriotism in America.  The local winners of the contest were; 1st place: Nathan Carlile-$100, 2nd place: Makayla Cayton -$50 and 3rd place: Kaitlyn Jones-$25.

Makayla Cayton also won District with her essay and will compete in State competition in February.