Elks honor top essayists

Sequim Elks No. 2642 hosted the winners of the 2015-2016 Americanism Essay contest at the March Social Night dinner.

This contest is geared toward students in grades 5-8 to promote patriotism among young people.

The theme this year was “What I Can Do To Promote Americanism and Love of Country.”

First place went to Kali Lynn Biddle, daughter of Cristi Lynn Biddle.

Second went to Saul William, son of Luisa Sheppard.

Third went to Alliya Weber, daughter of Carl and Asma Weber.

Each winner received a certificate of achievement, flag pin and money. All three winning essays were submitted to the West District and to the State level for further consideration. All three winners are Helen Haller Elementary School students of teacher Eric Danielson.

Pictured, from left, are Elks Americanism chair Maura Mattson, Kali Lynn Biddle, Saul Williams, Alliyah Weber and Leading Knight Jim Headley.