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AMERICANISM
Youth Scholarships
Our youth scholarships challenge students to reflect on our nation's history, their ideals and principles, and their own experiences based on a patriotic theme.
Teacher of the Year
Each year the VFW recognizes three exceptional teachers - one each from the elementary, junior high and high school levels - for their outstanding commitment to teach Americanism and instill patriotism in their students.

POST HELD AMERICANISM CEREMONIES

  • Loyalty Day

  • Memorial Day

  • Flag Day

  • Independence Day

  • Patriot Day

  • POW/MIA Recognition Day

  • Veterans Day

  • Pearl Harbor Day


HONOR GUARD

  • Military Funerals (Chaplin, Riffle Squad, Bugler, Flag Presentation)

  • Flag Ceremonies

  • Dedications

  • Posting of Colors

  • Flag retirement ceremonies

  • Visits of Veterans in Assisted Living Homes

  • Educational school visits to teach about the American Flag and other subjects.

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YOUTH ACTIVITIES

  • Young Marines

  • Boy Scouts

  • Cub Scouts

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FIRST RESPONDERS

  • Law Enforcement Officer of the Year

  • Firefighter of the Year Award

  • EMT/Paramedic of the Year

  • 911 Dispatcher of the Year

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FLAG CODE

  • Displaying the Flag

  • Disposing of the Flag

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