Rory Award Notes New Winners

In this day and age, a good citizen is a valued and precious commodity. Good citizens, however, are made not born. Barry Bakal, a close friend of the Deutsch family, recognizes this, which is why he puts time and effort into creating The Rory Award Program.

Started in 1999, the Program is a unique way of nurturing responsibility in our children. The Rory Award Program reinforces the ongoing “CARE” program at Indian Trail and the school’s objective of helping every child feel valued and respected. It is also a way to keep Rory’s memory alive so future generations of Indian Trail students will continue to be inspired by Rory’s willingness to help others.

Perhaps wanting to assist others is the ultimate definition of good citizenship. Each year we have the opportunity to appreciate written and artistic interpretations as students at Indian Trail are asked to express their feelings about “the responsibilities of being a good citizen.”

There was a terrific effort this year and the school is proud to announce the following winners for 2003. Josh Hoffman, second grade earned honors for his superb drawing depicting good citizenship and Emily Goodman, fifth grade wrote the winning essay. Congratulations to all participants.