5^th Graders from every Indiana County participated in the 2003 essay contest.  Students composed an original essay on the subject “What Being A Good Citizen Means To Me.”

One winner was selected from each county and received an Award Certificate, an engraved plaque, as well as a U.S. Savings Bond. From the county winners, a statewide winner was selected along with 4 runners-up. Troopers from across the state attended end of year Awards Programs and presented certificates to county winners.

• Statewide Winner:  Chelsey Cripe – Fowler Elementary – Benton County
• 2^nd Place:  Erin Bowman – Union Elementary – Union County
• 3^rd Place:  Natalie Campbell – Loge Elementary – Warrick County
• 4^th Place:  Tim Clawson – Eastview Elementary – Fayette County
• 5^th Place:  Sarah Paul – Tri-Elementary – Henry County

  On June 13^th, all winners, their families, school officials and  invited guests gathered at the State House in Indianapolis for the Statewide Awards Program.  Guest speakers included Supt. of Public Instruction, Dr. Suellen Reed, ISP Supt. Melvin Carraway and ITA President Duane Davies.   Assisting with the presentation of plaques and bonds were ITA Executive Director Ernest Alder and Debra Deuter, widow of David Deuter.  The attendees were treated to a special performance by Jungle John and his Silly Safari, which was enjoyed by all.   Approximately, 500 attended the special event.

A special thanks goes to Pete Irving, of Irving Materials, Inc. of Greenfield, Indiana for his generosity in co-sponsoring the 2003 program.

Our Congratulations to All of Our Participants!

2003 County Essay Winners List