Daughters of American Revolution in Granby Award Winners of Essay Contest

The Abigail Phelps Chapter of the daughters of the American Revolution honored winners of the DAR American History Essay Contest.

This year marks the 125h anniversary of Ellis island as an immigration station. The essay topic was to imagine themselves as a child traveling to the isalnd in 1892 and describe there experiences.

More from the chapter:

In fifth grade, the first place winner is Lauryn Holloway, second place is Lily Onderdonk and third place is Saudea Bisgaard. All three attend the Farmington Valley Academy Montessori.

In sixth grade, the first place winner is George Stephan, second place is Neena Ebanks and third place is Arielle Bhargava. These students also attend the Farmington Valley Academy Montessori.

In seventh grade, the first place winner is Elan Stadelman of the Farmington Valley Academy Montessori. The second and third place winners are Nathan Lagan and Sarah Lagan, both of whom are home-schooled students.

Audrey Corcoran is the first place eighth grade winner. David Sales is second place and Kayla Tran is third place. All three eighth grade winners attend East Granby Middle School.

In addition to recognizing the essay contest winners the chapter presented their Outstanding Teacher of American History Award to Ms. Susan Rosenstein, an American History teacher at East Granby Middle School. Mrs. Rosenstein was recognized for her commitment to involving her students in activities that challenge them to make meaningful connections between the events of the past and their own lives. She creates opportunities for them to go beyond the walls of their classroom to participate in community projects, including a recycling program, food pantry, and a Veterans Day ceremony. Ms. Rosenstein does extensive volunteer work and is an excellent role model for students. The Abigail Phelps Chapter is proud to honor her and is grateful for her commitment to championing the cause of American History and related subjects in our schools.

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Front row Left to right: Saudea Bisgaard, Sarah Lagan, Lauryn Holloway, Arielle Bhargava, Kayla Tran, Audrey Corcoran,

Back Row: Ms. Susan Rosenstein, Elan Stadelman, Nathan Lagan,

Lily Onderdonk, David Sales, Regent Debbie Payne