American Legion honors Crossett Brook graduates
August 21, 2020The Waterbury American Legion Auxiliary #59 recently announced the eighth-grade student winners of its annual essay and band and chorus awards.
The auxiliary honors an outstanding Crossett Brook Middle School band and chorus student from the 2020 eighth grade graduating class along with winners in an essay competition where students write on themes of citizenship and Americanism.
The following students received awards:
Damien Garcia received the 2020 American Legion Auxiliary #59 first place Americanism Award and the second place Citizenship Award as well as the Outstanding Student medallion and certificate. His name will be added to the Outstanding Student plaque at Crossett Brook Middle School.
Emmett Lisai received the 2020 American Legion Auxiliary #59 Band Award.
Natalia Roscioli received the 2020 American Legion Auxiliary #59 second place Americanism Award.
Rowan Turkle received the 2020 American Legion Auxiliary #59 Chorus Award.
Natalee Wells received the 2020 American Legion Auxiliary #59 first place Citizenship Award.
The essay contests are conducted each May. Band and chorus awards are given based on recommendations from teachers.
Damien Garcia and Emmett Lisai. Courtesy photo.
Rowan Turkle and Natalia Roscioli. Courtesy photo.
Natalee Wells. Courtesy photo.