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Northview’s Wilson Wins VFW Democracy Essay Contest Winner
October 27, 2015
Northview High School sophomore Dykota Wilson has been named the local winner of the localĀ Voice of Democracy 2015-2016 essay contest, sponsored by the Veterans of Foreign Wars.
With a theme of “My Vision for America”, Wilson’s entry will now advance to the district level, followed potentially by the state and national level. The national level competition includes an all-expense paid trip to Washington, DC, next year. The local Voice of Democracy essay contest is open to students in grades 9-12 and is sponsoredĀ by the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 7016, in Atmore. Students from Florida and Alabama compete in this contest.
Pictured: Essay contest winner Dykota Wilson (middle), her 10th grade English teacher Vicki Baggett VFW Post 7016 Representative Noah McBride. Submitted photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
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Congratulations!!!
Congratulations to you Dykota Wilson . I hope your entry continues to win.