Government Testing, DEC, Commanders Dinner, Children and Youth Month, Century of Accomplishment, CSRs

• Americanism and Government Testing
• Detachment Commander's Dinner April 13 in Hartland
• Spring Detachment Executive Committee Meeting April 13 in Hartland
• April is Children and Youth Month
• A Century of Accomplishments
• Consolidated Report Form – Win Awards!
• Spread the Word

What is it?  
The Americanism and Government Scholarship Program fosters interest in all levels of government, citizenship and provides students the opportunity to receive recognition and scholarships.  A fifty (50) question test is administered to test a student’s knowledge of U.S. Government, Wisconsin Government, County Government, the U.S. Constitution and U.S. Flag Etiquette. To complete the test, students must answer an essay question.

When is it?
Test may be taken anytime between April 1, 2019-April 12, 2019

Who is eligible?
Any student in the 10^th, 11^th, or 12^th grade, who is enrolled in any public, private, parochial or home-school, in the State of Wisconsin may participate.

What are the scholarship opportunities?
Annually, 33 winners are selected by the Americanism Committee of The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin.  The following scholarships are awarded:
                                    11 students in Grade 10 receive $250 scholarships

                                    11 students in Grade 11 receive $300 scholarships

                                    11 students in Grade 12 receive $750 scholarships

Find out more at wilegion.org

Sons of The American Legion
Detachment of Wisconsin
 

Extends a cordial invitation to all members of The American Legion Family and their friends
to attend a Testimonial Dinner Honoring
 

2017-2019
DETACHMENT COMMANDER
CHRISTOPHER SHERMAN

Saturday, April 13, 2019

Flanagan-Dorn
American Legion Post 294
231 Goodwin Ave
Hartland, WI 53029

Cash bar opens at 5:00 p.m.
Dinner at 6:00 p.m.

Buffet style with chicken and roast beef

Tickets are $20.00 per person

Reservations due by April 1, 2019

Download reservation form

The Americanism Commission’s Children & Youth Committee focuses on:

• Assuring care and protection for the children of veterans.
• Improving conditions for all children and youth with due concern for maintaining the integrity of the family home.
• Preventing social and physical ills of children and youth where possible, utilizing services of and cooperating with sound organizations and agencies for children and youth.
• Maintaining a balanced program that provides for their physical, emotional, intellectual and spiritual needs.

The American Legion has been a strong advocate for children and youth since its inception. This steadfast dedication has never wavered and continues to be a driving force on behalf of children across the country today.

It’s that time of year to fill out the consolidated report form.

Due Date: June 1, 2019 – No Exceptions!

Four ways to file:

• If you have an account at www.mysal.org, you can fill it out online there.
• Download the Excel spreadsheet here. Fill out, email or print and mail so it arrived by June 1.
• Download the PDF here. Fill out, email or print and mail it so it arrives by June 1.
• Fill out the form that was mailed (one per Squadron) and mail it so it arrives by June 1 to:

Sons of The American Legion
Detachment of Wisconsin
PO Box 388
Portage, WI 53901-0388

Why File?

Shows what we have done collectively to Congress and The American Legion
Qualifies your Squadron for awards!

Need Help?

Here is a guide to help you understand what can be included in your annual consolidated squadron report.