Well, the ceremony was very nice. The three winners each read their letter to the Secretary. The youngest, Carra (5th grade) wrote about how a book helped her overcome her fears at gymnastics camp. it wasn't just any camp - she was one of a few who spent the summer at the Olympic Training Center in Lake Placid, NY. The middle school winner, Jana (8th grade) wrote about a book that opened her eyes to the negative powers of rumors and "mean-talk.". I believe the book was called 13 reasons. Ally's letter was about a book in which a girl deals with early struggles that mirror similar issues in Ally's youth. It was quite the personal narrative. After the readings, there was a meet and greet and a few pictures with the Secretary. He was very polite and genuine. As we started to think it was time to leave........there was more to come.....
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