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THE AMERICAN LEGION DEPARTMENT OF WISCONSIN

ADMINISTRATIVE MANUAL

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HOW TO USE THE ADMINISTRATIVE & MEMBERSHIP MANUAL

THIS MANUAL IS TO BECOME A PERMANENT DOCUMENT OF YOUR POST, TO BE HANDED OVER TO NEW LEADERSHIP AS CHANGES OCCUR AT YOUR POST. EACH YEAR AT THE DEPARTMENT CONVENTION IN JULY, YOU WILL RECEIVE NEW FORMS THAT ARE TO BE INSERTED INTO THE BACK OF THIS DOCUMENT. REPLACEMENT COST OF THIS DOCUMENT IS $25.00. NEW AS OF 2011: This manual has been changed to become a permanent document. You will notice the forms within the document are marked as ‘SAMPLE’ and the forms to be filled out are in an appendix in the back. The appendixes are the forms that will be replaced yearly at Department Convention. This manual is provided for the District, County and Post Commanders & Adjutants to use in conjunction with National Publications like the Post Adjutants Manual and Officers Guide and Manual of Ceremonies. This manual is intended as a guide to assist you with handling the business affairs of the Post, County or District. It provides efficient service to your members and provides for two-way communication regarding administrative matters pertaining to reports and programs. For Posts, Counties and Districts that have computer access, you can download this manual and others on the Department website at www.wilegion.org. For Posts that do not have computer access, you may reproduce this manual as needed. This manual is divided into monthly sections. It is intended that you bring this manual to every meeting of the District, County and Post to work together as a team to complete reports, programs and administrative duties. Many of the forms that are listed in a particular month are due by the 1st of that month; therefore, it may benefit your team, for example, to work on the items due in July and August during the June meeting. Working in advance allows your team to anticipate needs and gather volunteers to get the job done. For the more experienced Officers this may seem tedious; however, we have to work with new officers at all Posts, Counties and Districts and this manual will help to standardize the Department as a whole. Please place the pages of the Department Administrative & Membership Manual and other Department Publications in a binder. Make copies of forms that have been provided before filling them out, and retain a filled out copy for your records. The Administrative & Membership Manual is a work in progress and will never be complete as long as suggestions and recommendations flow between the National Headquarters, Department, Districts, Counties and Posts. If you have ideas or suggestions on improving this manual please contact your District Commander or Adjutant to discuss the change. If you prefer, you may contact the Department Adjutant to discuss issues as well.

The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin

2930 American Legion Drive PO Box 388

Portage, WI 53901-0388 Telephone: (608) 745-1090

Fax: (608) 745-0179 Email: [email protected]

Web Site: www.wilegion.org

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Index

Americanism & Government Test Program..................................................................................77 Americanism Report Forms ........................................................................................................193 April.............................................................................................................................................157 April 95% Goal............................................................................................................................159 April Consolidated Post Report (CPR) Monthly Worksheet ......................................................158 April Reconnect Report ...............................................................................................................160 August............................................................................................................................................17 August Consolidated Post Report (CPR) Monthly Worksheet ....................................................18 August Reconnect Report..............................................................................................................20 Badger Boys State Overview.........................................................................................................55 Baseball Overview.......................................................................................................................118 Blood Donor Program ...................................................................................................................10 Brochure List .................................................................................................................................11 Brochure Order Form ....................................................................................................................12 Camp American Legion Donation Form.....................................................................................222 Certification of County Officials.................................................................................................216 Certification of District Officials.................................................................................................219 Certification of Post Officials......................................................................................................213 Children & Youth Report Form ..................................................................................................212 Children & Youth Reporting .......................................................................................................209 Consolidated Post Reports...........................................................................................................182 Cooper Award .............................................................................................................................194 County Commander of the Year Award......................................................................................188 County Officer Information Form...............................................................................................216 County Youth Government Day Program Materials...................................................................162 December.......................................................................................................................................97 December 75% Goal......................................................................................................................99 December Consolidated Post Report (CPR) Monthly Worksheet ................................................98 December Reconnect Report .......................................................................................................100 Department Annual Golf Outing ...................................................................................................25 Department Membership Workshop .............................................................................................19 Dispatch Order Form.....................................................................................................................13 District Officer Information Form...............................................................................................219 Eagle Scout of the Year Nomination Information.......................................................................109 Elections ......................................................................................................................................161 Emergency Medical Technician Guidelines................................................................................139 Employer of the Disabled Award ..................................................................................................71 Employer of the Older Workers Award ........................................................................................69 Employment Service Awards ........................................................................................................64 Employer of Veterans Award........................................................................................................61 February.......................................................................................................................................119 February 85% Goal......................................................................................................................121 February Consolidated Post Report (CPR) Monthly Worksheet ................................................120 February Reconnect Report .........................................................................................................122 Historian ......................................................................................................................................184 Homeless Veteran Outreach Award ..............................................................................................74

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Hospital Donation Form..............................................................................................................231 Internet Connection .......................................................................................................................15 January.........................................................................................................................................101 January 80% Goal........................................................................................................................103 January Consolidated Post Report (CPR) Monthly Worksheet ..................................................102 January Reconnect Report ...........................................................................................................104 Jessel S. Whyte Memorial ..........................................................................................................202 Joseph R. Meeks “Gung-Ho” Annual Americanism Award .......................................................207 July ..................................................................................................................................................7 July Consolidated Post Report (CPR) Monthly Worksheet ............................................................8 July Reconnect Report.....................................................................................................................9 June..............................................................................................................................................179 June Consolidated Post Report (CPR) Monthly Worksheet........................................................180 June Reconnect Report ................................................................................................................181 Law and Order Award Guidelines (Edward Ormsby).................................................................131 Legislator of The Year.................................................................................................................129 March...........................................................................................................................................125 March 90% Goal..........................................................................................................................127 March Consolidated Post Report (CPR) Monthly Worksheet ....................................................126 March Reconnect Report .............................................................................................................128 Martha Marlowe Post Chaplain Award.......................................................................................186 May..............................................................................................................................................171 May 100% Goal...........................................................................................................................173 May Consolidated Post Report (CPR) Monthly Worksheet........................................................172 May Reconnect Report ................................................................................................................174 McCoy/Rolfe Americanism Award.............................................................................................196 Military Medals & Awards..........................................................................................................123 National Americanism Awards ...................................................................................................206 National Guard/Reservist Award ................................................................................................143 November ......................................................................................................................................57 November 65% Goal .....................................................................................................................59 November Consolidated Post Report (CPR) Monthly Worksheet ................................................58 November Reconnect Report ........................................................................................................60 Oakey/Burns Plaque ....................................................................................................................204 October ..........................................................................................................................................51 October 55% Goal .........................................................................................................................53 October Consolidated Post Report (CPR) Monthly Worksheet ....................................................52 October Reconnect Report ............................................................................................................54 Oratorical Chairman’s Guide ........................................................................................................27 Outstanding Firefighter Award Official Guidelines....................................................................135 Pendill/Higley Award .................................................................................................................198 Post FYI.......................................................................................................................................183 Post Honor Guard Commander Award .......................................................................................190 Post Officer Information Form....................................................................................................213 Public Relations Information.........................................................................................................14 Public Relations Award...............................................................................................................177 Recommendation on Protocol .....................................................................................................224 Request for Visit by Department Commander ............................................................................225 Schneider-Emanuel American Legion Scholarship.....................................................................147 Schneider-Emanuel American Legion Scholarship Application.................................................151 September 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September 50% Goal .....................................................................................................................49 September Consolidated Post Report (CPR) Monthly Worksheet................................................48 September Reconnect Report ........................................................................................................50 Shooting Sports Scholarship Application....................................................................................176 Shooting Sports Scholarship Criteria ..........................................................................................175 Sons of The American Legion.....................................................................................................226 Spalding Victory Plaque..............................................................................................................200 Square Knot Award .................................................................................................................... 105 Tax Information...........................................................................................................................223 Troop and Family Support Application.........................................................................................21 VA Volunteer Service Program Application.............................................................................. 116 VA Volunteer Service Program Instructions.............................................................................. 161 Veterans Affairs & Rehabilitation Report Form .........................................................................232

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JULY

Consolidated Post Report (CPR) Monthly Worksheet .............................8

Reconnect Report .....................................................................................9

Blood Donor Program ............................................................................10

Brochure List..........................................................................................11

Brochure Order Form .............................................................................12

Dispatch Order Form..............................................................................13

Public Relations Information..................................................................14

Internet Connection ................................................................................15

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CONSOLIDATED POST REPORT MONTHLY WORKSHEET

PROGRAMS

ACTIVITIES

EXPENSES

MAN

HOURS

# OF PARTICIPANTS

HELPERS VA&R: Cases Handled, Funds Disbursed, Volunteer at VA Hospital

National Security: # of Blood Donors & Pints, ROTC Medals

Public Relations: Community Events, Mention in Radio, TV, Cable, Newspaper

Uniformed Groups: Funeral Honors, Cost of Uniforms

Economics: Referred to LVER or DVOP, Placed in Employment, Job Training

Americanism ~ Children & Youth Boys State, Baseball, Oratorical Contest, Shooting Sports

Scouting Scholarships School Awards Other Educational Programs

Flag Education/School Flags

Other Children & Youth Programs

Community Service: Donated Hall usage, Flag presentation at community events, Main Street Flag program, ect.

Administrative Costs: Paper, Equipment, Postage, ect., List Program

Contributions: Hall rental for Red Cross, other civic activities

Other:

This report can help you keep a monthly record of the work your post does in the programs of The American Legion. Using these forms monthly allows you to complete the Annual Consolidated Post Report due each June 1st.

See Appendix C ~ Page 3

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THE AMERICAN LEGION

DEPARTMENT OF WISCONSIN

REPORT OF POST ACTIVITIES WITH

GUARD/RESERVE/ACTIVE DUTY MILITARY PERSONNEL

Post #: _______ District: _______ Month of: _________________ 20______

Date of Event

# of Legionnaires Participating

Identify Military Organization

Purpose of Visit

Please summarize all military visits/meetings monthly. Send completed report to:

The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin, P.O. Box 388, Portage, WI, 53901 or

Fax to (608) 745-0179

See Appendix D ~ Page 3

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Sponsoring a Blood Drive

Convenience, for many people, turns out to be the deciding factor whether they give blood or not. The American Red Cross works closely with companies, community groups, military bases, churches and synagogues, colleges, universities and high schools to organize blood drives at places most convenient for donors; the places where they live, work, worship, and play. In fact, 80% of blood donations made through the Red Cross are made at blood drives rather than fixed donor centers. Blood drives need sponsors, an organization that can provide the appropriate physical space and a coordinator from the organization to educate, motivate, and recruit donors and work with the local Red Cross. Why do organizations sponsor drives? It is both a simple and a powerful way to serve your community and allow employees/colleagues or members to get involved. Whether your organization is large or small, you can make a difference! If you or your organization is interested in becoming a blood drive sponsor, please call 1-800-GIVE LIFE (1-800-448-3543) for details, or contact your local blood center for more information.

What you can expect as a blood drive sponsor:

The Sponsor: Offers a suitable location ~ Helps recruit donors within the organization and publicizes the drive ~ Schedules donors for their appointments. The Red Cross / Blood Center does the rest: Works with you every step of the way to plan and organize the Blood Drive ~ Helps you determine how many donors to expect and how to recruit them ~ Brings equipment and supplies to you, sets everything up and takes it down at the end ~ Confidentially screens donors and collects the donations, safely and professionally ~ Schedules or helps you schedule volunteers to greet donors and serve refreshments. Resources for Sponsors: When you host a blood drive, your Red Cross representatives will provide you with a variety of recruitment tools. In addition, they are making some tools available to sponsors online at http://www.redcrossblood.org Please see:

• Blood Drive Process Overview

• Downloadable Flyers and Tools

• A Planning Timeline

• Recruitment Strategies and Tips

And last but not least, please see the difference you are making in so many lives and accept a big THANK YOU — we couldn't do it without you!

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Department Brochure List(Use the form on the next page to place your order.)

Americanism - Free Items:

1. Action Programs of Americanism 2. Adult Literacy 3. American Education Week 4. American Legion Policy on Education 5. American Legion School Award Medal Program 6. Americanism Manual 7. Baseball Handbook 8. Boys State Program 9. Department Americanism Chairman's Guide 10. Junior Shooting Sports Program 11. National High School Oratorical Rules 12. PACT in Education Handbook *** 13. Scouting Square Knot Award Brochure 14. Post Chairman's Guide to the Oratorical Contest 15. Oratorical Contest Promotional Brochure 16. Legion Baseball Brochure 17. Saga of Four Chaplains 18. Serving Veterans 19. Serving America 20. Serving Communities 21. A Strategy to Address Illegal Immigration in the

United States **

Americanism - Cost Items:

1. Chaplain’s Prayer Manual * 2. Declaration of Independence and Constitution of the

United States of America * 3. Flag of The United States (code) * 4. Guide for Parents and Students * 5. I Pledge Allegiance (comic book) * 6. Let's Be Right on Flag Etiquette * 7. Light of Liberty (Citizenship Comic Book) * 8. Need a Lift? (Financial Aid and scholarship

information) * 9. Our Country's Flag (comic book) *** 10. Service to God and Country Chaplain’s Handbook * 11. World Geography Coloring & Activity Book *** 12. Law & Order Program

Religious Emphasis

1. Message of the Chapel of 4 Chaplains ** 2. Chaplain’s Prayer Manual * 3. Service to God & Country Chaplain’s Handbook *

Economics

1. Post 911 GI Bill

Children & Youth - Free Items:

1. American Legion Child Welfare Foundation Awards Brochure

2. American Legion Child Welfare Foundation - Precious Moments

3. April is Children & Youth Month 4. Children and Youth Programs Piece 5. Children & Youth We Want a Report 6. Department Children & Youth Chairman’s Guide 7. Eight and Forty Nurse Scholarship Fund 8. Family Support Network 9. Gateway Drugs - Choose Not to Use 10. Make Halloween a Safe and Fun Night 11. National Family Week 12. Play it Safe - Child Safety 13. Temporary Financial Assistance Program 14. Warning Signs - Teen Suicide Prevention 15. TS2

National Security

1. Law & Order Program ** 2. Blood Donor (1 per post) 3. ROTC ** 4. Crime Prevention 5. Fire Prevention 6. Your Friend the Policeman **

Internal Affairs

1. American Legion Fact Sheet ** 2. Why You Should Belong to The American Legion 3. Handbook of Veteran Benefits 4. Your American Legion Benefits 5. Accidental Death Enrollment **

ORDER FROM:

* National Emblem Sales ONLY

** From Department

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Brochure Order Form For orders between 1 – 50, send request to: The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin Brochure Requests P.O. Box 388 Portage, WI 53901-0388 For orders of 51 or more, send request to: Emblem Sales Brochure Requests 5745 Lee Road Indianapolis, IN 46216

Ship to:

Name

Street Address

City State Zip

See Appendix E ~ Page 3

Brochure Title Quantity Brochure Title Quantity

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THE DISPATCH Membership growth is one of the key issues facing The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin. How do we get new members? What are their interests? How do we keep our posts alive and active in our communities? Find out in The Dispatch, the newspaper published 12 times a year by National Headquarters. Get ideas from other posts on how to get good publicity for your community service and increase your membership. Use it as a recruiting tool. Share The Dispatch with potential members so that they know what the Legion is doing for them! Department Officers, District Commanders and all chairpersons of department commissions and committees receive complimentary copies. Post adjutants also receive complimentary copies on behalf of their posts. A year’s subscription for all other Legionnaires is $15. For more information about The Dispatch, problems with subscriptions or any other questions, contact The Dispatch office at 317-630-1349.


THE DISPATCH

Published by The American Legion National Headquarters

Subscription (12 issues) is $15.

I am paying for my subscription to THE DISPATCH by (check one):

check money order VISA/MasterCard

If charge, card #:_________________________________Expiration date: _____________

LEGION MEMBER ID #: _______________________

Name: ____________________________________________________________

Street: ____________________________________________________________

City/St/Zip: ________________________________________________________ Mail this coupon and payment to:

The American Legion National Headquarters Dispatch Subscription

P.O. Box 1055 Indianapolis, IN 46206

or go to:https://join.legion.org/magazines/?mag=Dispatch

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PUBLIC RELATIONS

Quick Calls to Generate Newsletter Articles

Call a member. Ask three of your members to name three people they respect most for their Legion knowledge or success. Ask one of your members, to interview one of those individuals for your newsletter. Call a program chairman. Ask the program chairman to write, or assign a committee member to write, an article on a timely topic affecting your members. Present your need for an article as the solution to the committee chairman’s need to communicate his/her position or to collect more information. Call an up-and-coming district member. Ask the up-and-comer to provide a written overview of a major issue currently facing our organization. Position your need for an article as a way for the member to increase their visibility. Call an officer. Ask the officer to tell about the big picture, about how your Post officers serve the membership. Focus on how the officer uses his or her membership effectively. Call someone who has benefited from one of your Post programs. Ask one of your members to put you in contact with a Boys State Alumni, Oratorical Contest winner, TFA recipient, Law Officer/Firefighter of the Year, etc. Their testimony can confirm that membership in The American Legion matters. This is the best answer to the perennial question from members: “What Have You Done For Me Lately?” Call a senior member. Ask a well respected senior member to provide some history on the origin and growth of the Post, on leading members from the past, or on a historical perspective on the future. Call a vocal competitor of your members. Occasionally, a guest editorial statement from a nonmember exercises your members to recall and act on shared values and goals.

Press Release Template

For Immediate Release Contact: Name of Contact Here (XXX) XXX-XXXX

Title of Press Release Should Go Here Try and Keep Title Short and Concise

CITY (Month 16, 2011) – Body copy of press release should start here. Quotation marks are used to set off direct quotes from the rest of the writing i.e. John Smith, Commander of Post 123 in Hometown said, “quoted words” or “quoted words,” said Smith. It is recommended the last paragraph remain consistent across the Department. First sentence should be post specific. Remainder of last paragraph should be state specific. The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin is the state’s largest veterans’ service organization with over 65,000 members and 521 posts in communities across Wisconsin. The American Legion has been serving troops, veterans, and youth since 1919. For more information on the Legion’s programs and membership, visit www.wilegion.org.

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Get Connected Online

Visit the Department of Wisconsin at www.wilegion.org Email the Department of Wisconsin at [email protected]

Visit the National Organization at www.legion.org

Legion Home Page Navigation Bars: 1) Membership

a) Renew Online b) Membership Reports c) Credits due Posts for online renewals d) Membership Forms

2) Communication Options a) Sign up to receive the following by email:

i) News releases ii) Adjutant’s notes iii) Chaplain’s Alerts iv) Commander’s Communiqué v) Badger Legionnaire

3) Post Locator a) Posts can administer information regarding their Post b) Posts can contact Department Headquarters for lost user ID and passwords

4) Programs a) Latest information on Americanism and Children & Youth Programs b) Americanism and Children & Youth Publications

5) Calendar a) List of events at the National, Department, County, District and Post level

6) Resources a) Department manuals for example:

i) Department Directory ii) Administrative Manual iii) Constitution & Bylaws (to name a few)

7) Links a) Other Legion Sites b) Legion Programs c) Government d) Veterans’ Organizations e) Veterans Resources f) Remembering Veterans

8) News/Events a) Find the latest information b) Updates on upcoming events c) News you can use

9) Featured Videos a) Public Relations Tools b) Historical Information

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AUGUST

Consolidated Post Report (CPR) Monthly Worksheet..................... 18

Department Membership Workshop ................................................ 19

Reconnect Report ............................................................................. 20

Troop and Family Support Application............................................ 21

Department Annual Golf Outing...................................................... 25

Oratorical Chairman’s Guide ........................................................... 27

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PROGRAMS

ACTIVITIES

EXPENSES

MAN

HOURS

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Other:



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DEPARTMENT MEMBERSHIP WORKSHOP

Annually, second Saturday in August (Subject to change)

For updated information contact:

The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin P.O. Box 388

Portage, WI 53901 608-745-1090

Or

Watch for updates at www.wilegion.org

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THE AMERICAN LEGION


REPORT OF POST ACTIVITIES WITH GUARD/RESERVE/ACTIVE DUTY MILITARY PERSONNEL


Date of Event



Purpose of Visit


The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin, P.O. Box 388, Portage, WI, 53901 or

Fax to (608) 745-0179


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The American Legion Department of Wisconsin

Troop & Family Support Application

Date:

PERSONAL INFORMATION (PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY)

Name: Last First Middle

Address:

City: State: Zip: County:

Home Phone: Cell Phone:

E-mail address: Date of Birth: ___/____/____ Married (Y or N) Name of Spouse: Last First Children Names/Ages:

MILITARY HISTORY TO INCLUDE VA AND SOCIAL SECURITY STATUS

(Circle One) Active / Reserve / National Guard Current Rank:

Branch of Service: All Dates of Service:

Verification of OEF/OIF era required (Please Attach all DD214’s) deployment dates:

Discharge Date: Discharge Type:

Are you a member of any veteran service organization (Y or N) If yes then which organization(s) are you a member of?

Do you have any type of VA Disability Rating (Y or N) if yes at what rate: %

Do you receive Social Security Disability (Y or N) if yes, what do you receive monthly: $

** We are Veterans serving Veterans and would appreciate a donation if you are happy with our support **

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MILITARY MEMBER’S EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION

Employed (Y or N) list last or current employer name and phone:

If unemployed are you drawing unemployment insurance at the present time (Y or N)

If yes, how many months drawn to date: how many remaining:

Current total monthly household income after taxes including spouse if applicable: $

SPOUSE/FAMILY

Is spouse a veteran (Y or N) if yes do they draw any type of disability on a monthly basis (Y or N)

Spouse employed (Y or N) Employers Name: Phone:

Monthly current Salary after taxes: If unemployed are you drawing unemployment ins. (Y or N)

REASON WHY ASSISTANCE IS NEEDED ** (Be complete and specific. If more space is needed, continue on separate sheet) **

LIST YOUR SPECIFIC EMERGENCY FINANCIAL NEEDS AMOUNT OF EACH ** (Do not list any type of Phone, Cable or Internet expense) ** $ $ $ $ Have you ever filed for and been granted any type of bankruptcy (Y or N) if yes, date approved:

Have you applied for or received financial assistance pertaining to this claim from any other agency (YorN)

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If yes, please give name(s) and Phone number(s):

Please contact the following organizations and ask for assistance before submitting this application to The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin:

Family Assistance Center (FAC) is Open 24/7 for your convenience http://wisconsinmilitary.org

Name: Phone: 1 (800) 292-9464

Notes:

Military one source us Open 24/7 for your convenience http://www.militaryonesource.com

Name: Phone: 1 (800) 342-9647

Notes:

County Veteran Service office (CVSO), search website for your county office http://www.wicvso.org

Name: Phone:

Notes:

Request Submitted by: Name Signature

Submit to: The American Legion Department of Wisconsin P.O. Box 388 Portage, WI 53901-0388 (608) 745-1090 [email protected] Staff use only: Date to Committee ____________ Tracking number assigned ______________ Initial ______________

See Appendix E ~ Pages 7-9

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The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin’s Troop and Family Support fund offers temporary assistance to our active duty soldiers and their families. This is a non-budgeted restricted fund supported by donations from both our members and the general public. Every penny donated to the fund is used to support our troops and their families. Any administrative costs are covered by The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin. MISSION

• That every eligible soldier receives support from The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin. • That the families left behind are taken care of. • That every Wisconsin veteran returns home to a community of active support. • That every Wisconsin veteran receives the help they need to enhance his or her everyday life.

GUIDELINES

• The Wisconsin American Legion’s Troop and Family Support (TFS) fund will be administered through the Department’s National Security Committee (NSC).

• The “Goal” of the TFS fund is to offer temporary assistance to our active duty military, their families, and returning OEF/OIF veterans, and to assist with our National Headquarters “Operation Outreach” program.

• The NSC will review all requests on a case-by-case basis. • The NSC will confirm the need for family assistance and will forward it as appropriate. • The NSC will approve requests for assistance by a simple majority of four (4) votes of its members. • In the event the NSC is unable to act within 48 hours, the request shall be deferred to the Department

Commander for action. Donations should be directed to: The American Legion Department of Wisconsin P.O. Box 388 Portage, WI 53901-0388

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DEPARTMENT GOLF OUTING Held annually the beginning of September Registrations close the beginning of August

Watch for updates on our website at www.wilegion.org

For Details and Registration forms see:

Appendix E ~ Pages 11-12

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The American Legion High School Oratorical Scholarship Program

CHAIRMAN’S GUIDE

“A Constitutional Speech Contest”

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Forward

The Post chairman’s manual will aid the Post Oratorical chairman in organizing and conducting an effective oratorical contest. Chairmen involved at all levels of competition should be familiar with these rules and information. To be successful in promoting the Oratorical Contest in local schools, it is crucial that contact is made with school staff. This visit should be made by a post member who can best relate to school officials, students and has thorough knowledge of the Oratorical program. In order to increase student participation, our program should be offered to all public, parochial, private and home schooled students. More than one school visit is suggested in order to accomplish these goals. Good rapport with school officials must be developed and the benefits of the Oratorical contest be promoted. Every post is encouraged to sponsor one contestant in the Oratorical contest. The chances of securing participants will be greatly increased if several people are “spreading the word” in the community and actively promoting participation. It is the hope of The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin that every high school will provide the opportunity for its students to participate in this citizenship education program. However, it is the local post that has to provide the initiative to make this program work.

For ALL Oratorical Forms, See Appendix A ~ Pages 3-25

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Selection of Post, County and District Chairman Appointment of the Oratorical Chairman should be based on interest, availability and qualifications. The Chairman chosen should be on a one-year basis. This practice will generate greater program knowledge and understanding to a greater number of qualified members contributing to ongoing involvement and growth of the program. Post Contest Contestants in the Post contest may be selected from one or more high schools, including home school, within the Post area. This contest will be under the direction and supervision of the Post Commander or representative. Each Post may certify one (1) contestant into the County level of competition.

Location: Contests may be held at the Post Headquarters or at the site chosen by the Post Chairman.

Date: Set a date and time for your specific contest, making sure that all concerned Legionnaires and contestants are notified. Post contest must be concluded before the first week in January.

Responsibilities: The Post Oratorical chairman should contact high school staff in his/her jurisdiction at the beginning of the school year to promote the contest and encourage participation. Schedule contest dates and location of contest. He/she is to obtain three (3) qualified Judges, Two (2) Timekeepers and Three (3) Tabulators. The Oratorical chairman will forward to the County Commander the name, address, judges score card and tally sheets of all contestants that participated at the Post level. Immediately upon conclusion of the contest, the certification form of the winner must be completed and signed by the Post Commander or Oratorical chairman and mailed to the next level. (See Certification Form, Page 38) County Contest The County Contest shall be limited to one (1) contestant from each Post in the County. This contest will be under the direction and supervision of the County Commander or representative. Each Post may certify one (1) contestant into the District level of competition. Immediately upon conclusion of the contest, the certification form along with the judging sheets must be completed and signed by the County Commander or Oratorical chairman and mailed to the next level. (See Certification Form, Page 38)

Location: Contests may be held at a site chosen by the County Chairman. However, the site must not be held in the same community or post territory in two consecutive years. The goal is to change locations each year to promote greater participation in the contest and eliminate any appearance of partiality.

Date: Set a date and time for your specific contest, making sure that all concerned Legionnaires and contestants are notified. County contests must be concluded before the second week in January.

Responsibility: County Commanders or his representative are to follow up with every Post Commander, on a monthly basis, to insure the program is correctly launched. Each County Commander or his representative is to provide monthly progress reports to Department Headquarters (October, November, and December) to insure that every possible Post participates. (Each month report Posts which have committed to holding contests, and provide names, addresses and school names of all contestants at County competitions to Department Headquarters.) The County representative is to obtain five (5) judges, two (2) Timekeepers and three (3) tabulators (in extreme circumstances the contest may continue with a minimum of three (3) judges). District Contest Every County, in its respective District, may enter one (1) contestant. The District Commander or his representative will conduct the District Contest. Each District may certify one (1) contestant into the Regional/State level of competition.

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Location: Contests may be held at a site chosen by the District Chairman. The site must not be held in the same county, community or post territory in two consecutive years. It is essential for publicity purposes, greater participation, and elimination of any implied partiality that these contest locations be held in as many locations as possible from year to year.

Date: Set a date and time for your specific contest, making sure that all concerned Legionnaires and contestants are notified. The District Commander or chairman must notify the County Commanders and Department Headquarters of the date of their contest. District contests must be concluded before the last week in January.

Responsibilities: District Commanders are asked to insure that the names, addresses, and school names of all participants of the District Contests are forwarded to Department Headquarters for permanent recording. The County representative is to obtain five (5) judges, two (2) timekeepers and three (3) tabulators (in extreme circumstances the contest may continue with a minimum of three (3) judges). Immediately upon conclusion of the contest, the certification form along with the judging sheets must be completed and signed by the District Commander or Oratorical chairman and mailed to Department Headquarters at P.O. Box 388, Portage, WI 53901. (See Certification Form, Page 38) NOTE: A contestant may participate in only ONE County and District Contest in the same year. Regional/State Contest The Department Oratorical Chairman will announce the date and time of the Regional/State Contest. The Regional and State Final contests will be conducted on the same day and at the same location. The 12 Districts will be divided into three (3) Regional contests. The first place winners from the Regional contests will advance to the State Finals.

Due to the educational nature of the program, participating Posts are encouraged to open their contest to the general public without admission charges, and without the conducting of any sales offer for fundraising program in connection with the contest. Arrangements for contests leading to the Department Finals shall be the responsibility of each Department of The American Legion. For those levels of competition prior to the Department Finals, or at any level in the Department Contests, if the winner is unable to proceed to the next level of competition, the 1st runner-up may be substituted. The rules set forth in the National Rules Brochure shall be followed. All Department Finals Contests shall conform to the National Contest procedures, rules and regulations. The National Headquarters of The American Legion will pay travel costs of Department winners as they progress in National competition. In the event the winner requires a companion or chaperone, travel costs will be met by the National organization.

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Rules and Regulations

Eligibility Eligible participants in The American Legion National High School Oratorical Contest shall be citizens or lawful permanents of the United States. All contestants must be bona fide students, herein described as any student under the age of twenty (20) years on the date of the national finals contest, who is presently enrolled in a high school or junior high school (public, parochial, military, private or state accredited home school) in which the curriculum of said high school is considered to be of high school level, commencing with grade nine (9) and terminating with grade twelve (12). Students must be enrolled in high school or junior high school during the time of participation at any level of The American Legion National High School Oratorical Contest. Students must be residents of the State of Wisconsin. High School students that graduate early during the school year are eligible to compete if they are not enrolled in a college, university, trade school or other institution of higher learning at the time of the Department finals contest. Contestants participating in a Post contest may not compete or represent another post at any level. Each Post may certify one contestant to move on to the next level of competition. Dress Uniforms are not permitted. Appropriate business attire is required by all contestants. Contestants are not permitted to wear awards and medals from previous competitions. The Prepared Oration The subject in the prepared oration portion of the contest must be about some phase of the Constitution of the United States, emphasizing the duties and obligations of a citizen to the United States government. The prepared oration must be the original effort of each contestant and must be 8-10 minutes in length. All contestants at each contest level are required to speak in the English language. Contestants shall draw numbers for the order in which they will appear. The drawing is to be conducted by the chairperson who will introduce the contestants by number. The contest chairman may not use the contestant’s name when announcing each oration. At any level of competition, the names and hometowns of contestants may not be revealed until the judges have turned over their completed scorecards to the Tabulators, but must be announced prior to the announcement of the winner. The chairman will request the audience to refrain from applause until the judges have made their decision. The use of notes, amplification, lectern or speaker’s stand by contestants or prompting in any manner is NOT permitted. Prompting in any manner will disqualify the contestant at any level of competition. Props are NOT permitted. The use of any type of electronic/digital data gathering and/or receiving device, pager, beeper or cell phone is prohibited by contestants or audience members. The contest chairman names an official timekeeper who keeps an accurate time record of each contestant. The timekeeper is located on the main floor in full view of the contestants and will begin timing each contestant at the start of the prepared oration. The timekeeper should have a stopwatch and time cards

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displaying the numbers 8,9 and 10 for the prepared oration. When eight minutes have gone by, the time warning card with the number 8 is placed in full view of the speaker, followed by 9 and 10 accordingly. The same procedure is used during the assigned topic discourse with cards bearing 3, 4 and 5. A penalty of one (1) point will be imposed for speaking for less than or more than the prescribed time in each category. The contest chairman will announce the time each contestant uses for the prepared oration and the assigned topic immediately after each contestant speaks in front of the judges. Until their turn to speak, contestants must remain in a private room where other speakers’ discourses cannot be heard. The contest chairman will appoint an individual to supervise each contestant. Contestants may have in their possession a copy of their prepared oration in the first holding room. They may consult the copy of their prepared oration until they exit the holding room to begin the contest, at which time the copy of the prepared oration will be surrendered to the contest official that is monitoring the first holding room. As the contestants conclude their prepared orations, they must return to a soundproof waiting room. Speakers who conclude their assigned topic discourse may not associate with contestants who have not finished speaking. Assigned Topic Discourse The assigned topic discourse must not consume less than three (3) minutes or more than five (5) minutes for delivery. The purpose of the assigned topic discourse is to test the speaker’s knowledge of the subject, the extent of his or her research, and the ability to discuss the topic as related to the basic principles of government under the Constitution. Prior to the final contestant coming on stage to give his/her prepared Oration, the chairman will have four (4) index cards with each one of the assigned topics written with the actual words of the Article or Amendment to the Constitution of the United States. One (1) assigned topic will randomly be drawn in full view of the audience. The chairperson will make known to the audience the assigned topic selected. Approximately five (5) minutes before the start of the assigned topic discourse, the first contestant will be informed of the assigned topic drawn. All contestants, at each contest level, are required to speak in the English language on the same assigned topic. He or she retires to privacy under the direction of an individual appointed by the contest chairman. It’s this individual’s duty to see that the contestant doesn’t consult any text matter or notes with any connection to the subject. Contestants may only reference the actual words of the topic provided on the card drawn. Each succeeding contestant will be called upon in the order that he or she previously appeared. He or she will also, in turn, be informed of the topic of the assigned topic discourse and shall then be escorted to the same privacy provided for the first contestant. These Articles and Amendments can be found in the National Official Rules for the year of the contest. In Post, County, District, Regional and State contests, judges shall render their decisions after the delivery of the prepared oration and assigned topic. Following competition and the naming of a winner, the name and /or photograph of the winner may be released for publicity purposes, as well as information regarding the location, date, and time of the next level of competition. Selection of Judges Proper selection of judges is vital to the oratorical competition. It is very important to acquire the best qualified candidates for judge. Each judge selected must be an experienced professional who uses their

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oratorical skills in performing their job. Examples are: clergy, attorneys, judges, broadcasters, media professionals and teachers with no involvement with any contestants. Judges’ decisions are fundamental during any oratorical competition. Impartial judging of all contestants is crucial to fairness and success of the contest. The utmost professionalism must always be paramount and any pretense of partiality must be avoided. JUDGES MAY NOT SERVE AT MORE THAN ONE CONTEST LEVEL. Judges names should not be made public until the conclusion of the contest. Judging The chairperson will meet with the judges prior to the contest and should provide them with a copy of the National Rules brochure well in advance of a contest. The purpose of this meeting is to make certain that the judges have a thorough understanding of their responsibilities and have the necessary materials for the contest. Judges should carefully study and understand all aspects of the scorecard and scoring system. The same scorecard will be used in all contests with the omission of the assigned topic scoring at the Middle School or Junior High level. A judge having any questions should consult with the contest chairman prior to the contest. During the contest, the judges will be seated in different locations in the room where the contest is being held and shall render a decision on a scorecard furnished by The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin. Each judge shall render his/her final decision without consultation with other judges or any other person. If a tie exists in the total point scores on a judge’s scorecard, the judge must go back and make adjustments in his scoring of the tied contestants so that no two contestants have the same total point score. The judge must be able to rank one contestant above the other in the Record of Choice column. Scoring Judges will be advised that a lack of emphasis in the prepared oration and the assigned topic discourse on the duties and obligations of a citizen to our government must result in their downgrading the contestant involved. Judges are permitted to downgrade a contestant up to a maximum of ten (10) points for failure to speak on the Constitution. The contest chairman will announce any violation of time for each contestant. A penalty of one (1) point for each minute, or fraction thereof, shall be assessed against the contestant’s total score. Judges should first score each contestant an a “Scratch Tally Sheet”, one for each contestant on the prepared oration and one for the assigned topic, then transfer results to the combined “Judges Scorecard”. The judges, timekeepers, tabulators and the contest chairman, following the last assigned topic discourse, must have access to a private room for review and tabulation of scorecards. Each judge shall insert the total number of points credited to the contestant and also insert in the Record of Choice column his/her choice of placement of each contestant in accordance with the highest total point scores. After a winner has been determined, Judges and Tabulators will return to the contest room. Tabulators The contest chairman will appoint no fewer than two tabulators for the contest. It's their responsibility to review the judges' scorecards to be certain they are fully tabulated and signed before being submitted for final tabulation. The judges' scorecards will then be numbered in the upper right-hand corner. Utilizing the tabulation card provided, enter the judge’s record-of-choice for each contestant (by speaking order). When

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this is accomplished for all judges’ scorecards, total the contestants' score. The contestant receiving the low score when totaling the tabulation card will be declared the winner. (EXAMPLE: If one contestant receives two firsts, two seconds, and a third on the judges' scorecards and tabulation card, his total record-of-choice points will be nine; if the second contestant receives two firsts, two seconds and a fourth, his total record-of-choice points will be ten, Even though the second contestant receives two firsts, his total record-of-choice point score ten will place him second). TIEBREAKER: If, after tabulation of the Judges' Record-of-Choice, two contestants receive the same placement point score total, the tie shall be broken by comparing the Record-of-Choice scores of the five judges for the two contestants. One of the contestants will be the winner over the other by a majority of the Judges' Record-of-Choice when only the placement of the tied contestants is considered. (EXAMPLE: Consider that contestants No.1 and No. 2 are tied. If Judge's Card No.1 reflects Record-of-Choice for Contestant No. 1 as 3 and Contestant No.2 as 4, then it is considered that this judge ranks Contestant No. 1 ahead of contestant No.2. Use the procedure for all judges' scorecards and a majority of the judges will break the tie and determine the winner.) If, after tabulation of the Judges' Record-of-Choice, three or more contestants receive the same placement point score total, the tie shall be broken by reference to final Total Points on the Judges' Scorecards. Only in this instance will the contestant with the largest Final Total Points be declared the winner. In the case of a tie on the Final Total Point basis, the judges will then meet, compare their scores, and discuss all features of the contest in order to arrive at a final choice. The decision of the judges shall be final. *NOTE - TABULATORS, ALONG WITH JUDGES, WILL RETIRE TO A PRIVATE ROOM FOR DELIBERATIONS. Two-Way Tiebreaker If, after tabulation of the Judges’ Record of Choice, two contestants receive the same placement point score total, the tie shall be broken by comparing the Record of Choice scores of the five judges for the two contestants (note circled numbers on illustration). One of the contestants will be the winner over the other by a majority of the Judges’ Record of Choice when only the placement of the tied contestants is considered. Three-Way Tiebreaker If, after tabulation of the Judges’ Record of Choice, three or more contestants receive the same placement point score total, the tie shall be broken by reference to Final Total Points on the Judges’ scorecards. Only in this instance will Final Total Points decide the contest’s outcome. In the case of a tie on the Final Total Point basis, the judges will then meet, compare their scores and discuss all features of the contest in order to arrive at a final choice. The decision of the judges shall be final.

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Prizes and Awards It has been established through the Legion Department of the State Superintendent of Schools and the W.I.A.A. that “amateur” status of a contestant is in no way jeopardized by the acceptance of a gratuity in any form from participation in The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin Oratorical Contest. Department Awards Effective with the 2000 Department Finals, the Department winner will be awarded a scholarship in the amount of $2,000. Additional awards are as follows: first runner-up will be awarded a scholarship in the amount of $1,500; second runner-up will be awarded a scholarship in the amount of $1,000. Regional Awards The winner will receive a $1,000 scholarship. Each of the other Department Regional Contestants will receive $600 scholarships. Each District winner will receive an Oratory Medal, which will be furnished to the District Commander by the Department of Wisconsin. Any other prizes awarded at the District level are at the expense of the District (suggested: no less than $200). Ripon College will award a $5,000 scholarship to Ripon College to each of the three Department finalists upon their enrollment at the college. Posts and Counties may award prizes of their choosing, but are awarded at their own expense (suggested: Post - $50, County - $100). National Awards (See National Rules brochure) Duplication of Forms A sample of all required forms for use in The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin Oratorical Contest at all levels is included. The cost for reproduction of forms required for use at the Post, County and District levels is to be paid by the sponsoring level.

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SUGGESTED SCRIPT FOR CONDUCTING A HIGH SCHOOL ORATORICAL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

Good morning/evening, ladies and gentlemen, and welcome to the contest of The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin High School Oratorical Scholarship Program. Before we begin the contest, I will ask that Legionnaires uncover and everyone please rise for the invocation given by . Will you please join in reciting the pledge of allegiance? This is the annual American Legion High School Oratorical Scholarship Program and this morning/evening you will be hearing speakers. I have several introductions, but I will save them until after the contest has been concluded. You will notice that the Contestants are not on stage at this time. Throughout the contest, they will appear on stage only to deliver their orations. In all fairness to the speakers, I would ask that you do not applaud until the contest is completed. I would ask that you refrain from taking pictures, do not smoke or leave your chair while a contestant is speaking. In addition, if anyone in the audience is carrying a pager, beeper, or cellular phone of any kind, please make sure that it is turned off. Our speakers will be introduced by number only. Each speaker is about to deliver an eight (8) to ten (10) minute prepared oration on some phase of the United States Constitution. They are not allowed to use notes, podium or a sound system. The contestants will be shown a time card after the eight, ninth, and tenth minute marks of their oration. If there is a violation of the time requirement, a penalty of one point for each minute, or fraction thereof, shall be assessed against the Contestants total score. There will be a slight delay between contestants in order to allow the judges’ time to complete their score cards. Before introducing the last speaker, I will ask to draw an assigned topic from the four provided. All contestants will then speak on the same subject. When the last contestant has spoken for five (5) minutes on his/her prepared oration, Contestant Number 1 will be taken to a private room, given the topic card, and allowed five (5) minutes to prepare his/her assigned topic. I will read the assigned topic subject to you before Contestant Number 1 is introduced. If everyone is ready, I will call for Contestant Number 1. The title of his/her oration is (speech) . The time of Contestant Number 1’s oration is minutes and seconds. (Follow the same procedure for remaining contestants, draw assigned topic immediately before the last prepared oration is given)

After each contestant has finished, ask the official timer for the time of the oration, and then repeat this to the audience. Continue this procedure through the contestants for prepared oration and assigned topic orations.

Introduce the guests and the people you want recognized during the time the tabulators are compiling the results.

After the contest is completed, introduce contestants and judges by name, city and state. Announce the winners and present awards. You may close the contest with a prayer if desired.

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The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin Oratorical Program Certification of

Post-County-District Winner This certification is to be completed and signed by the Post, County or District Commander, or their Oratorical Chairman. Certification for Post and County contests, along with the judging sheets, are to be mailed to the next level Oratorical Chairman or Commander. Certification and judging sheets for the District contests are to be sent to Department Headquarters, along with a list of the names, addresses, and schools of all participants.

This is to certify that the following Contestant won the Oratorical Contest for:

(Please indicate - Post, County, District)

NAME: STREET: CITY STATE ZIP TELEPHONE NUMBER: (_______) __________________________ AGE: _______ GRADE: _________ BIRTH DATE: _____/_____/_______ TITLE OF PREPARED ORATION: NAME OF HIGH SCHOOL: CERTIFIED BY:

(Please indicate title)

SPONSORING POST NUMBER: ___________ LOCATION: _____________________________ Name, Address, and Telephone Number of Contestant’s Escort: (Legionnaire from Sponsoring Post) Name Phone #

Address City Zip (This information will be used in the event the contestant cannot be reached and contact must be made through the sponsoring Post).

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Chairman’s Checklist

Confirmed date of contest: (Date) (Time) Confirmed location of contest:

(Location) The following people have agreed to be Judges:

1. 4.

2. 5.

3. 6. The local news media has been contacted regarding the contest.

All contestants, high schools and officials have been notified of the time, location and date of contest. The following people will assist in the program in the following capacities:

Timekeeper: Tabulator:

Timekeeper: Tabulator: Escort: Tabulator: Escort: Others: Escort: Others: Escort: Others: Escort: Others: Escort: Others:

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Middle School / Junior High Oratorical Chairman’s Guide

Overview This guide will assist Posts interested in organizing and conducting an effective Middle School / Junior High School Oratorical contest. To achieve success, conduct the program as outlined in this guide. We want to make this a learning opportunity for our youth with less stringent requirements than that of the High School Oratorical Scholarship Program. There is evidence that oratorical programs introduced to Middle School/Junior High students promotes an awareness, understanding and desire to compete at the High School level. Scope The scope of such programs should be limited to a single specific community, school district or in some communities a specific middle or junior high school. There is no intent or design to extend further competition to any further level, such as county, district or state. Rules The rules for the middle school oratorical should be consistent with The American Legion High School Oratorical Program Official Rules guide with the following exceptions:

1. A prepared single main topic essay about the U.S. Constitution 6 to 8 minutes in length. 2. No assigned topics are required. 3. 6th grade students will compete separate from 7th and 8th grade students. 4. 7th and 8th grade contestants will be combined into one competition. 5. All contests should be held on the same day. 6. Students must submit written drafts of their essays. 7. School officials, teachers and legion members will review written essays and select no more that 8

oral semi-finalists. 8. Multi semi-finals should take place at the same time. 9. Students selected as semi-finalists will deliver their oration in front of all contestants and guests in

an auditorium. 10. No monetary awards will be given. 11. Certificates should be warded to all oral participants. 12. Certificates indicating winner, 1st runner-up, second, third and fourth runner-up should be

presented at the final’s ceremony. 13. Separate awards for the sixth grade winner and the combined 7th and 8th grade’s first four finalists

should be given, following participation awards, to all semi-finalist competitors. 14. A separate judging team should be selected for each semi-final and final competition using

professional community guidelines from national rules. Marketing Initial meetings should be made with the school principal ONLY!

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TIMERS

JUDGE JUDGE

AUDIENCE

JUDGE

JUDGE JUDGE

SPEAKER

If possible, use only one entrance for audience to enter and exit.

Side entrance to stage for contestants.

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The American Legion

National High School Oratorical Contest

This contest is for students who

Welcome Learning

For the student who looks for an academic challenge and an opportunity to gain scholarship monies, The American Legion’s National High School Oratorical Contest is a

natural fit.

Strive for Excellence

Compete for Scholarship Monies Embrace Your Country’s Constitution

• Develop Leadership Qualities • Ability to Think and Speak Clearly and Intelligently • Prepare for the duties, responsibilities, rights and

privileges of American citizenship.

For more information, talk with your Administrator or Guidance Counselor, look on The American Legion National web site www.legion.org (Programs Section) contact your local

American Legion Post, or www.wilegion.org

The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin P.O. Box 388, Portage, WI 53901

Ph: 608-745-1090 Email: [email protected]

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50% Goal

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See Membership Section of this Manual for dates

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OCTOBER


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Badger Boys State Overview ........................................................... 55

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The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin, P.O. Box 388, Portage, WI, 53901.

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Badger Boys State- A program of The American Legion

Approximately 865 of Wisconsin’s finest high school juniors, from every part of the state, come to Badger Boys State held on the campus of Ripon College each June. Upon arrival the boys are housed in college dorms forming cities, counties, and a 51st state, called Badger Boys State. For eight days, the citizens of the “new state” will carry out all the main functions of local, county, and state government. The Badger Boys State Program is designed to teach young men that the American form of government is stronger and more vital in today’s world of struggle and change than ever before, and that the American people have no more precious possession than that great document, the Constitution, which at once safeguards and transmits to posterity those principles of the great American heritage- justice, freedom and democracy under God. The citizens of Badger Boys State elect their own municipal, county and state officials. As aldermen and county supervisors they will draft and pass ordinances and laws, their own police and sheriffs will enforce them. As attorneys, they will prosecute or defend, or as judges, hear cases in their own courts. Through this program these future leaders should develop a sense of individual obligation to their community, state, and nation. Each boy accepted into the program will receive complete information in regard to the session, including detailed information on appropriate clothing and other articles to bring or not bring. For example no pre-prepared campaign materials are allowed as they will be supplied by the Badger Boys State program.

Activities

Every citizen of Badger Boys State is offered an opportunity to participate in a variety of recreational activities designed to provide wholesome relief from the fast pace of the day’s routine. This includes softball, basketball, volleyball, touch football, ultimate frisbee, soccer, tennis, a cross country meet, and open swim. An array of religious services, Catholic, Jewish and Protestant services are available on Sunday morning with an alternative being an ethics discussion group. Outstanding professionals hold discussion sessions on the ministry, law enforcement as a career, medical careers, engineering, political processes, the military, public speaking, parliamentary procedure, and ecology. One day is devoted to a College Fair with over 30 institutions of higher learning participate in this event. The Boys State Band and Boys State Chorus are organized on opening Saturday and perform at evening assemblies and at a special inaugural ceremony on Thursday evening. Boys need to bring their own instruments. We use the percussion instruments belonging to Ripon College, however, bring your own sticks. The citizens have a daily newspaper, the Bugle Citizen. Citizens write sporting news, report on the various sessions, articles of interest, and editorials working with Legionnaires in the Press Room. Boys interested in serving on the newspaper may sign-up at opening registration.

Health

The week at Badger Boys State is strenuous- requiring emotional stability and physical stamina- with much cross-campus movement and long hours of group activity. Citizens must complete health information as part of the registration process and for emergency purposes. Full disclosure is required.

Qualifications

Badger Boys State is a program for good students, from Wisconsin high schools who have or display leadership potential, are well adjusted, and have a senior year of high school remaining.

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Selection The selection of boys is up to school officials in conjunction with local American Legion Post program Chairmen. A Post Chairman should be the local contact for the Badger Boys State Program. A current Post Chairman’s Guide is available in early October on the Badger Boys State website at www.badgerboysstate,com . Please refer to this document. An attempt should be made to select an alternate for each boy selected so as to be available in the case of a cancellation. A Post sends in a check for each boy they will be sponsoring. Current costs and dates are sent to Posts in late October to early November along with a brochure for the Post Chairman. Sponsorship is not limited to American Legion posts, often Kiwanis, Knights of Columbus, VFW, Lions, Chamber of Commerce, Rotary Club, and even some schools provide sponsorships along with other civic- minded individuals and groups. All sponsorship should be coordinated through an American Legion Post. The method of allotment places directly upon the Posts the responsibility of making the Badger Boys State program truly representative. When a Post does not fill its allotment it will be awarded to another Post. If a Post wants to sponsor more than its allotment they can do so by contacting the Badger Boys State Secretary/Program Coordinator at American Legion Headquarters. Badger Boys State does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, handicap, creed, color, political affiliation, ancestry, or membership in the National Guard, state defense force, or any other reserve component of the military forces of the United States or Wisconsin.

Orientations

Informational meetings- called orientations- are held in many counties and should be coordinated by American Legion County Commanders in conjunction with Badger Boys State officials. Delegates, alternates and parents should be encouraged to attend these meetings. A schedule is posted on the Boys State Website sometime in early April/May and published in the Badger Legionnaire. Contact Badger Boys State at (608) 745-1090 or visit www.badgerboysstate.com.

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NOVEMBER


65% Goal.......................................................................................... 59


Employer of Veterans Award........................................................... 61

Employment Service Awards........................................................... 64

Employer of the Older Workers Award ........................................... 69

Employer of Disabled Award........................................................... 71

Homeless Veterans Outreach Award ............................................... 74

Americanism & Government Test Program..................................... 77

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EMPLOYER OF VETERANS AWARDS Information Sheet

History: The National Economic Commission expanded its Employer Awards Program in 1969 when it created an award category for employers of veterans. Originally, Departments were permitted to submit one nomination each for a large and a small employer of veterans. In 1992, the number of awards for employers of veterans was increased. Today, Departments may submit a total of 3 nominations for this category for national consideration. • One nomination for a small company with 50 or fewer employees • One nomination for a medium sized company with work forces of 51 to 200 • One nomination for a large company with 201 or more employees National Awards: These awards, one in each of the three employers of veteran’s size categories, are presented at the National Convention. In order to be eligible for the Employer of Veterans Awards, nominees must meet the following criteria: 1) At least 10 percent of the nominee’s work force must be veterans. 2) The nominee must have been in business for at least five years. 3) The nominee cannot restrict employment to veterans only. 4) The nominee must be a private sector employer. In other words, the nominee cannot be a city, state or federal employer. A Department that submits a nomination for an employer of veterans that does not meet the above criteria will receive a plaque for presentation. However, that nominee will not be eligible for a national award. Selection of the Employer of Veterans Awards is made by the National Economic Commission Award Subcommittee, which meets during the annual Washington Conference. Purpose of Award: To confer recognition on one small, one medium and one large employer in each state for outstanding records in the hiring and retention of veterans. Deadline: December 15th The deadline for submission of nominations of employers of veterans is no later than December 15th. Nominations received after that date will not be eligible for consideration for the national award. Procedure: Nominations from Posts, or sources outside the Legion, must be sent to Department Headquarters. The Department then selects one nominee each in the small, medium and large employer categories and sends the nomination forms and supporting information for the winning employers to the National Economic Commission. Those nomination forms must be signed by either the Department Adjutant or Department Employment Chairman. Nominations that arrive without supporting information will not be eligible for the national awards. Nomination Form: A copy of the official nomination form, which is the same for all three-employer size categories, follows. Additional copies may also be obtained by writing or calling the National Economic Commission, The American Legion, 1608 K Street NW, Washington, DC 20006; phone 202-861-2700, or online at www.legion.org Award: The commission provides free plaques to each Department that submits nominations. It is recommended, however, that Posts and Departments recognize their other nominees with plaques or awards that can be purchased for a nominal cost through Emblem Sales. The National Winner will receive a large plaque to be presented by the National Commander at the Annual National convention and will receive a stipend to help defray the cost of their representative’s travel to the convention city to accept the award.

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EMPLOYER OF VETERANS AWARDS Nomination Form

DEADLINE: DECEMBER 15 TO DEPARTMENT HEADQUARTERS

The American Legion Department of: Date: The American Legion Post’s name and number: Employer’s Size: (check one) _____ Small (50 or fewer employees) _____ Medium (51-200 employees) _____ Large (201 or more employees) Posts submit nominations to their Departments for consideration. Departments select one nomination per employer size category and submit those nominations to National Headquarters. The National Economic Commission will provide a plaque for each nominee. During the Washington Conference, the National Economic Award Subcommittee reviews all eligible nominations in the three size categories and selects a winner in each category. The three winners are then invited to send their representatives to the National Convention to receive the Employer of Veterans Awards. In order to be eligible for the national awards, the nominee must meet the following criteria: 1) At least 10 percent of the employer’s work force must be veterans. 2) The employer must have been in business for at least five years. 3) The employer cannot restrict employment to veterans only. 4) The nominee must be a private sector employer. In other words, the nominee cannot be a

city, state or federal employer.

PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE INFORMATION

1. Exact name of company:

2. Business address:

3. Name and title of the company’s contact person:

4. Contact person’s telephone number:

5. Is the employer a branch or subsidiary? If yes, what is the name and address of the

Parent company?

6. Date the company, or branch, was established:

7. Average number of employees over the past five years:

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8. Is the company’s business seasonal? If yes, how many employees are fulltime?

How many are part-time?

9. Total number of employees: Number of veterans: Percentage of veterans:

10. Total hires last year: Number of veterans: Percentage of veterans: Only those nominations that include adequate documentation on the nominee’s employment practices concerning veterans will be considered for the National Employer of Veterans Awards. It is recommended that the nominator provide a copy of the company’s written policy on employment of veterans if available, a description of how the employer supports veterans’ activities in the community, and any other reasons why the nominee should be selected to be the Employer of Veterans Award winner. Nominations by Posts and individuals must be sent to Department Headquarters as soon as possible so that the Department will have time to review all nominations received and make the selection of its winners. Name, title, address, and daytime telephone number of the person making the nomination:

All nominations must arrive at Department Headquarters on or before December 15th. Either the Department Adjutant or Department Employment Chairman must approve this nomination. Approved Signature: Date:

Circle One: Department Adjutant Department Employment Chairman

Desired presentation date at Department Convention:

See Appendix B ~ Pages 3-4

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EMPLOYMENT SERVICE AWARDS Information Sheet

History: In 1990 a resolution was introduced that called for the establishment of a national awards program to recognize outstanding Employment Service (ES) offices and employees. Both the National Economic Commission and the Internal Affairs Commission’s Trophies and Awards Subcommittee conducted extensive studies and both recommended approval and referred the resolution to the National Executive Committee for final approval. The NEC unanimously approved the resolution at its spring 1992 meeting. Purpose: The purpose of the ES awards program is to confer national recognition annually on one outstanding Local Veterans Employment Representative (LVER), one Disabled Veterans Outreach Program specialist (DVOP), and one local Employment Service (ES) office. LVERs, DVOPs, and ES provide job counseling, testing and placement assistance to unemployed and underemployed veterans. Deadline: December 15th. The deadline for submission of nominations of employers of veterans is no later than December 15th. Nominations received after that date will not be eligible for consideration for the national award. Procedure: Nominations from Posts, ES employees or other sources must be sent to Department Headquarters. The Department then selects one nominee each in the LVER, DVOP, and ES Office categories, and sends the winning nominations with their supporting information to the National Economic Commission. Either the Department Adjutant or Department Employment Chairman must sign those nominations. Nominations that arrive without supporting information will not be eligible for the national awards. Nomination Form: A copy of the official nomination form, which is the same for all three-employer size categories, follows. Additional copies may also be obtained by writing or calling the National Economic Commission, The American Legion, 1608 K Street NW, Washington, DC 20006; phone 202-861-2700, or online at www.legion.org Award: The commission provides free plaques to each Department that submits nominations. It is recommended, however, that Posts and Departments recognize their other nominees with plaques or awards that can be purchased for a nominal cost through Emblem Sales. The National Winner will receive a large plaque to be presented by the National Commander at the Annual National convention and will receive a stipend to help defray the cost of their representative’s travel to the convention city to accept the award.

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THE NATIONAL ECONOMIC COMMISSION EMPLOYMENT SERVICE AWARD

Nomination Form

DEADLINE: DECEMBER 15 TO DEPARTMENT HEADQUARTERS The American Legion Department of: Date: The American Legion Post’s name and number: Award Category: Employment Service Local Office Award Name and title of nominee: Address: Daytime phone number: Office manager’s name: Name and title of nominator: Address: Daytime telephone number: Nominator’s signature:

1. Total applicants available:

2. Applicants entered employment:

3. Percent of total applicants entered employment:

4. Total veteran applicants available:

5. Total veterans entered employment:

6. Percent of total veterans entered employment:

7. Total disabled veteran applicants available:

8. Disabled veterans entered employment:

9. Percent of disabled veterans entered employment: Please use the space below to document the following: Management Support, Community Relations, Involvement with American Legion programs including Employer Awards Program. You are encouraged to provide your annual office performance measures. You may add up to one page of supporting data on any subject above.

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Only those nominations that include adequate documentation on the nominee’s employment practices concerning veterans will be considered for the National Employment Service Awards. It is recommended that the nominator provide a copy of the company’s written policy on employment of veterans if available, a description of how the employer supports veterans’ activities in the community, and any other reasons why the nominee should be selected to be the Employer Service Award winner. Nominations by Posts and individuals must be sent to Department headquarters as soon as possible so that the Department will have time to review all nominations received and make the selection of its winners. All nominations must arrive at Department Headquarters on or before December 15th. Either the Department Adjutant or Department Employment Chairman must approve this nomination.

Approved Signature: Date:




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THE NATIONAL ECONOMIC COMMISSION EMPLOYMENT SERVICE AWARDS

Nomination Form


The American Legion Department of: Date: The American Legion Post’s name and number: Award Category (circle one): LVER DVOP Name and title of nominee: Address: Daytime phone number: Office manager’s name: Name and title of nominator: Address: Daytime telephone number: Nominator’s signature: Veteran Placement Activity (Annual Figures):

1. Veterans placed in full-time employment:

2. Veterans placed as a result of job development:

3. Disabled veterans entered employment:

4. Please document the following: Support of American Legion programs, including Employer Awards; Leadership activities; Community service; Special achievements; Use of technological innovations (Email, Internet, etc.)

You may add up to two pages of supporting data on any subject above.

Only those nominations that include adequate documentation on the nominee’s employment practices concerning veterans will be considered for the National Employment Service Awards. It is recommended that the nominator provide a copy of the company’s written policy on employment of veterans if available, a description of how the employer supports veterans’ activities in the community, and any other reasons why the nominee should be selected to be the National Employment Service Award winner. Nominations by Posts and individuals must be sent to Department headquarters as soon as possible so that the Department will have time to review all nominations received and make the selection of its winners.

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All nominations must arrive at Department Headquarters on or before December 15th. Either the Department Adjutant or Department Employment Chairman must approve this nomination.





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EMPLOYER OF OLDER WORKERS AWARD Information Sheet

History: In 1958, the National Economic Commission expanded its Employer Awards Program by creating an award for employers of older workers. Because the commission saw older workers as a valuable economic resource of proven skills, stability and experience, it wanted to encourage employers to hire and retain older workers in the work force. National “Employ the Older Worker Week” was established by The American Legion and is observed during the last full week of each September. The National Economic Commission believes that this particular award category will become increasingly important over the next few years. Several major studies have concluded that as we enter the twenty-first century there will be fewer young people entering the labor market. As a result, it will be necessary for employers to encourage older workers to stay in the labor force. Purpose of Award: To confer recognition on one employer in each state for an outstanding record in the hiring and retention of older workers. Deadline: December 15th. The deadline for submission of nominations of Employer of Older Workers is no later than December 15th. Nominations received after that date will not be eligible for consideration for the national award. Procedure: Nominations from Posts, or other sources must be sent to Department Headquarters. The Department then selects one nominee and sends the winning nominations with their supporting information to the National Economic Commission. Either the Department Adjutant or Department Employment Chairman must sign the nomination. Nominations that arrive without supporting information will not be eligible for the national awards. Nomination Form: A copy of the official nomination form, which is the same for all three-employer size categories, follows. Additional copies may also be obtained by writing or calling the National Economic Commission, The American Legion, 1608 K Street NW, Washington, DC 20006; phone 202-861-2700, or online at www.legion.org Award: The commission provides free plaques to each Department that submits nominations. It is recommended, however, that Posts and Departments recognize their other nominees with plaques or awards that can be purchased for a nominal cost through Emblem Sales. The National Winner will receive a large plaque to be presented by the National Commander at the Annual National convention and will receive a stipend to help defray the cost of their representative’s travel to the convention city to accept the award.

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THE EMPLOYER OF OLDER WORKERS AWARD Nomination Form


The American Legion Department of: Date: The American Legion Post’s name and number: Please print or type information: 1. Exact name of company:

2. Business address:

3. Name and title of the company’s contact person:

4. Contact person’s telephone number:

5. Type of business:

6. Total employees: Employees over 55:

7. Attach additional pages of reasons why you feel this nominee should receive this year’s Employer of Older Workers Award. Include a brief summary of the company’s policies and records that qualify it, such as hiring, promotion, retention, and affirmative employment policies.

8. Name, title and daytime telephone number of the person making the nomination: Only those nominations that include adequate documentation on the nominee’s employment practices concerning veterans will be considered for the National Employer of Older Workers Awards. It is recommended that the nominator provide a copy of the company’s written policy on employment of veterans if available, a description of how the employer supports veterans’ activities in the community, and any other reasons why the nominee should be selected to be the Employer of Older Workers Award winner. Nominations by Posts and individuals must be sent to Department headquarters as soon as possible so that the Department will have time to review all nominations received and make the selection of its winners. All nominations must arrive at Department Headquarters on or before December 15th. Either the Department Adjutant or Department Employment Chairman must approve this nomination. Approved Signature: Date:



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AWARD TO ENHANCE THE LIVES OF DISABLED PERSONS Information Sheet

Purpose: The purpose of the National Organization on Disability (NOD) Awards competition is to confer national recognition on organizations, such as The American Legion, for their involvement in enhancing the lives of disabled persons by providing opportunities for their participation in community activities. Any Legion project or program that improves the quality of life for disabled persons will be considered. History: Since 1987, American Legion Posts have competed for prizes through the Awards Program. NOD will continue to award certificates to the winners, and all nominees and their Departments will receive American Legion citations of appreciation. Criteria: All entries must be accompanied by an official nomination form (see the following page) and must not be longer than two pages of narrative. Supporting documents, which may also be submitted with the nomination, must not exceed ten pages. Deadline: December 15th. The deadline for submission of nominations of The Award to Enhance the Lives of Disabled Persons is no later than December 15th. Nominations received after that date will not be eligible for consideration for the national award. Procedure: Nominations from Posts, or other sources must be sent to Department Headquarters. The Department then selects one nominee and sends the winning nominations with their supporting information to the National Economic Commission. Either the Department Adjutant or Department Employment Chairman must sign the nomination. Nominations that arrive without supporting information will not be eligible for the national awards. Nomination Form: A copy of the official nomination form, which is the same for all three-employer size categories, follows. Additional copies may also be obtained by writing or calling the National Economic Commission, The American Legion, 1608 K Street NW, Washington, DC 20006; phone 202-861-2700, or online at www.legion.org Award: The commission provides free plaques to each Department that submits nominations. It is recommended, however, that Posts and Departments recognize their other nominees with plaques or awards that can be purchased for a nominal cost through Emblem Sales. The National Winner will receive a large plaque to be presented by the National Commander at the Annual National convention and will receive a stipend to help defray the cost of their representative’s travel to the convention city to accept the award.

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AWARD TO ENHANCE THE LIVES OF DISABLED PERSONS Nomination Form


The National Organization on Disability awards certificates to organizations that significantly improve the ability of persons with disabilities to participate in the public life of the community. The purpose of that program is to confer national recognition on private sector organizations, like The American Legion, for their efforts to enhance the lives of disabled persons. Complete information on the Joint Awards Program appears on the previous page. The American Legion Department of: Date: The American Legion Post’s name and number: Post’s name, number, address and telephone number:

Post’s membership: How many members worked on this project? Name and daytime telephone number of the Post’s Commander:

Name, title, address and daytime telephone number of the person making the nomination:

Describe what your nominee has done that makes that American Legion Post or employer worthy of one of this award. What specific project has that Post or employer instituted that enhances the lives of disabled persons by helping them to participate in community activities? Was this solely a Post project or were other community organizations involved? What tangible assets were involved in your nominee’s project (e.g., volunteer hours, funds, etc.)? What measurable impact, if any, has your nominee’s project had on the community as a whole? Please limit your written narrative to two pages. Only those nominations that include adequate documentation on the nominee’s employment practices concerning veterans will be considered for the National Award Enhance the Lives of Disabled Persons. It is recommended that the nominator provide a copy of the company’s written policy on employment of veterans if available, a description of how the employer supports veterans’ activities in the community, and any other reasons why the nominee should be selected to be the National Award to Enhance the Lives of Disabled Persons winner. Nominations by Posts and individuals must be sent to Department headquarters as soon as possible so that the Department will have time to review all nominations received and make the selection of its winners.

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All nominations must arrive at Department Headquarters on or before December 15th. Either the Department Adjutant or Department Employment Chairman must approve this nomination.





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HOMELESS VETERANS OUTREACH AWARD

Information Sheet

In January of 2003, the Economic Commission requested that each Department appoint a Homeless Veterans Task Force chairman, who should coordinate the Department’s activities and report on them to the Department Adjutant and to the Economic Division at least once a year. The Homeless Veterans Outreach Award, instituted in 2005, recognizes Departments for their activities toward eliminating homelessness among veterans and prevention of future homeless veterans. Deadline: December 15th The deadline for submission of nominations of employers of veterans is no later than December 15th. Nominations received after that date will not be eligible for consideration for the national award Criteria: This award will be given to The American Legion Department that demonstrates American Legion family involvement in homeless veteran initiatives that show outstanding support for activity in any or all of these areas: volunteerism, prevention, supportive housing, advocacy and fundraising. Have you appointed a Homeless Veterans Task Force Chairman? Does he/she have a committee? How often do they meet? Are your members working with the Sons of The American Legion? The American Legion Auxiliary? Are they working with agencies within the Departments of Defense, Labor, and Veterans’ Affairs? Are they working with local and county agencies, shelters, and faith-based and community-based organizations? Tell us how many of your members are involved in your programs. Do programs operate year round or once a year? How are your activities organized? Please tell us in narrative form what you are doing toward the goal of ending homelessness among veterans. The Homeless Veterans Task Force executive committee will review the reports during Washington Conference, and the winner chosen by the National Economic Commission Award Subcommittee. Procedure: Nominations that arrive without supporting information will not be eligible for the national awards. Nomination Form: A copy of the official nomination form, which is the same for all three-employer size categories, follows. Additional copies may also be obtained by writing or calling the National Economic Commission, The American Legion, 1608 K Street NW, Washington, DC 20006; phone 202-861-2700, or online at www.legion.org Award: The commission provides free plaques to each Department that submits nominations. It is recommended, however, that Posts and Departments recognize their other nominees with plaques or awards that can be purchased for a nominal cost through Emblem Sales. The National Winner will receive a large plaque to be presented by the National Commander at the Annual National convention and will receive a stipend to help defray the cost of their representative’s travel to the convention city to accept the award.

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HOMELESS VETERANS OUTREACH AWARD Nomination Form


The American Legion Department of: Date:

Entry Check List:

1,500 Words, typed and available in MS Word Format

Provide general program information: Program title, contact name and information, short program description, list of other organizations involved in this program, annual budget.

Define program objectives and how this is a Legion Family effort. Identify the number of homeless veterans in your community, list stand-down activity, community providers you work with, and fundraising efforts.

Outline program success & impact

Include Articles/Pictures

Competed Coversheet

Only those nominations that include adequate documentation on the nominee’s employment practices concerning veterans will be considered for the National Homeless Veteran Outreach Award. It is recommended that the nominator provide a copy of the company’s written policy on employment of veterans if available, a description of how the employer supports veterans’ activities in the community, and any other reasons why the nominee should be selected to be the Homeless Veterans Outreach Award winner. Nominations by Posts and individuals must be sent to Department headquarters as soon as possible so that the Department will have time to review all nominations received and make the selection of its winners. All nominations must arrive at Department Headquarters on or before December 15th. Either the Department Adjutant or Department Employment Chairman must approve this nomination.





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AMERICANISM &

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The Americanism Scholarship program fosters interest in all levels of government, citizenship and provides students with the opportunity to receive recognition and scholarship awards. A fifty (50) question test is administered testing a student’s knowledge of U.S. Government & History, County Government, Wisconsin Government & History and Flag Etiquette. The program has been endorsed by the State Superintendent of Public Instruction and is open to any student in the 10th, 11th or 12th grade in any public, private, parochial and home school within the State. Every year there are thirty-two (32) winners selected by the Americanism Committee of The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin. Staff from each participating school will score the test papers and select two (2) students from each grade 10, 11 and 12. The winning test papers are forwarded to the District Americanism and Government Scholarship Program Chairperson who will select each District’s 10th, 11th and 12th grade winners. The District winners will then be forwarded to the Department A&G Chairperson for further judging and the awarding of state scholarships.

• 10 - $250 scholarships for Grade 10 • 10 - $250 scholarships for Grade 11 • 12 - $500 scholarships for Grade 12 • Six (6) students with the two highest scores in each class will receive a Certificate of Achievement

from The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin.

TEST WEEK – FIRST WEEK IN NOVEMBER

Americanism & Government Scholarship Program The American Legion,

Department of Wisconsin P.O. Box 388

Portage, WI 53901-0388 608-745-1090

Fax 608-745-0179 Email: [email protected]

WISCONSIN AMERICAN LEGION Americanism & Government

Scholarship Program

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DEPARTMENT CHAIRPERSON – The Department A&G Chairperson oversees the entire A&G Scholarship contest. The Chairperson is responsible for keeping contest materials up-to-date and sees that mailings to schools and Posts are delivered on time. The Chairperson is responsible for the preparation of the A&G test, the answer key and the selection of the scholarship winners. When necessary, follow-up letters and press releases to local newspapers and The Badger Legionnaire must be prepared. A financial budget must be submitted through the Americanism Committee for consideration by the Finance Committee. A report to the Department Americanism Chairperson regarding the A&G Scholarship contest must also be submitted at the Department Midwinter Conference and at the Department Convention. The Department Chairperson is responsible for making sure that each District Commander appoints a District A&G Scholarship Chairperson. DISTRICT CHAIRPERSON – The District A&G Scholarship Chairperson should encourage each Post to contact their schools to endorse the contest and participation. After the test is administered, participating schools and/or Posts will grade all tests and select two (2) from each grade level (10-12) as local winners. The winning tests will be forwarded to the respective District Chairperson no later than the second week in December. The District Chairperson will grade all local winners in the same manner and select two (2) students from each grade as district winners. The winning tests will be forwarded to the Department Chairperson for final judging and selection of state scholarship recipients no later than the first week in January. The District Chairperson will make sure that Posts notify the scholarship winners and prepare and submit press releases. Additionally, six (6) winners from each participating high school and the six (6) finalists from each District will receive a Certificate of Achievement from The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin. District Chairpersons or representative should attend the high school award ceremony for the winners from their District. POST CHAIRPERSON – Post Chairpersons are responsible for contacting local school officials to encourage participation in the A&G Scholarship contest and discuss the opportunities for recognition and scholarships. The A&G Scholarship contest promotes interest in all levels of government and citizenship so when a school is not participating; it is beneficial to ask the reason why. The school or the Post can take responsibility for administering the test and choosing the winning students. The students with the two (2) highest scores from each of the three (3) grades will be forwarded for further judging at the District level. Only six (6) students from each school may be considered for scholarships. If a student is the recipient of one of the scholarships located in your Post area, you will want to be present at the high school award ceremony, graduation or Post meeting to present the Certificates of Achievement or Honorable Mention. Local Posts may also recognize local winners with a medal or some other award as the Post deems. Posts are responsible for any costs of an award beyond Department scholarships awarded by the Selection Committee.

A&G TEST CHAIRPERSON’S

RESPONSIBILITIES

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TO: All Post Americanism & Government Scholarship Program Chairpersons

This program is open to all students, including home schooled in each of the twelve (12) Districts of the Department of Wisconsin. Our goal is to have all Posts and schools involved in the A&G Scholarship Program. This goal can only be realized with the help and assistance of each of you who will be serving as Post A&G Program Chairperson. As an A&G Chairperson, make a personal contact with your local high school administrator and teachers to promote participation in the program. Each high school, public, private and parochial will receive and A&G Scholarship packet explaining the program and the scholarships. Work with your schools to implement this program. Once accepted by the schools, the program is pretty straightforward. If your school chooses not to be involved, consider holding the A&G Scholarship Program at your Post or make it a community program and run it outside your schools. Participating schools or Posts order the tests, administer, correct and return their top two (2) scoring students in each of the three (3) grades 10th, 11th and 12th to the District A&G Chairperson. The six (6) District winners are then forwarded to the Department A&G Chairperson for further judging and awarding of Department scholarships. The six (6) winners from each participating Post or high school, as well as the six (6) finalists from each District, will receive a Certificate of Achievement from The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin. The program has received the endorsement of the State Superintendent of Public Instruction as “an exemplary program for our youth”. This program is so easy to manage that every Post in the Department of Wisconsin should participate. All materials are provided by the Department of Wisconsin. Enclosed you will find complete information on the A&G Scholarship Program. Please review this information carefully. If you have any questions contact your District Chairperson or the Department Chairperson. This program tests high school age young adults about their knowledge of Wisconsin and U.S. Government history and Flag Etiquette. An essay of 300 words or less on a related topic is used as a tiebreaker. Help The American Legion remain the premier youth support organization in Wisconsin by your involvement and your commitment to this program.

A&G Test Program, Department Chair The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin

P.O. Box 388, Portage, WI 53901 Ph: 608-745-1090

Email: [email protected]

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I - For High Schools (Mailed In Late August or Early September)

Guidance Counselor Letter School Fact Sheet Program & Winners Announcement Test Order Sheet Bulletin Board Announcement District Chairperson Listing

II - For High Schools that order tests (Mailed October/November)

Instructions for Administering the A&G Test & Answer Key A&G Tests and Student Answer Sheets Educators Evaluation Report Press Release of Local & District Scholarship Winners List of Counties within each District to send local winners to. (Including District Chairpersons) High School Winners Report

III - Post & District Chairpersons (Distributed in Program Manual at State Convention)

Program Cover & Post, District, & Department Responsibilities inside the front cover Post Chairpersons Letter Post Fact Sheet Program Announcement Press Release for Participating Schools District Chairperson Listing

IV - District Chairperson

District Winners Report Sheet – To be returned to Department Chairperson District Winners, Department Scholarship Winners, and a Press Release with winners listed, will go to

each of the District Chairpersons, once judging is complete (* To be completed by Local and District Chairpersons)

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MATERIALS LIST FOR A&G SCHOLARSHIP

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AMERICANISM & GOVERNMENT SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

FACT SHEET

1. The Americanism & Government Scholarship contest is offered to all public, private, parochial and home schools in Wisconsin. The A&G Scholarship contest is available to all students in grades 10, 11 and 12. The test is administered by all participating high schools or Posts the first week in November. Due to State testing, a week leeway is allowed.

2. The A&G Scholarship contest is endorsed by the State Superintendent of Public Instruction as an

exemplary program for our youth. 3. Twelve (12) 12th grade students receive $500 scholarships, ten (10) 11th grade and ten (10) 10th grade

students receive $250 scholarships. Additionally, six (6) students with the highest scores from each participating high school and the six (6) finalists from each District will receive a Certificate of Achievement form The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin.

4. Tests are ordered by participating schools or local Posts. All participating students are given the same

test. Each student’s answers are scored with a standardized answer sheet. As part of the contest, students also write a 300 word essay on a related topic to be used as a tie-breaker.

5. At the local level, Legionnaires and/or school officials grade all tests and select two (2) students from

each grade as local winners. The winning tests are forwarded to the District A&G Scholarship Chairperson who will grade all District tests in the same manner and select two (2) students from each grade as district winners. All District winning tests are forwarded to the Department A&G Chairperson for final judging and selection of state winners.

6. The A&G Scholarship contest is administered by and under the supervision of the Americanism

Committee of The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin, PO Box 388, Portage, WI 53901-0388.

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Participant Sample Letter The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin appreciates your consideration and approval of the Americanism & Government Scholarship Program. The State Superintendent of Public Instruction endorses the A&G Scholarship Program. This program has the potential of reaching thousands of high school students providing opportunity for recognition and scholarships in grades 10, 11 and 12. The test date is the first week of November. Due to state testing, a week leeway is allowed. Students are tested on their knowledge of current events, Wisconsin and U.S. Government History and Flag Etiquette. The A&G Test involves no time away from school for any student or teacher. The test can be given in the classroom and corrected with a standardized key provided by The American Legion. Your school’s two top scoring tests for each of the three grade levels are submitted for further judging and consideration for scholarships. We are not interested in comparison of scores and the winning scores are not released. The six (6) students from your school with the top scoring tests will receive a Certificate of Achievement from The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin. Students do not have to provide their SSN or other form of identification to take the test. This program promotes an interest in all levels of government for our youth enrolled in the high schools of Wisconsin. A Fact Sheet about the A&G Scholarship Program is enclosed along with an order form for as many free copies of the test as your school chooses to order. The program involves no costs for the schools as all materials are provided by The American Legion, your “Partner in Education”. For further information please contact your Post or the Department Chairman for the Americanism & Government Scholarship Program or Department Headquarters at 608-745-1090. Please pass this information on to your social studies teachers or guidance counselors so that they may submit a request for materials. Thank you for your participation in this important program for the youth of your community. Sincerely, Department Chairman A&G Test Program

See Appendix A ~Page 35

THE AMERICAN LEGION, DEPARTMENT OF WISCONSIN

P.O. Box 388 Portage, WI 53901-0388

Phone: 608-745-1090 www.wilegion.org

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Press Release

Americanism & Government

Scholarship Program

___________ high school students from participated in the A&G Scholarship Program sponsored by The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin. Post Commander of Post # ______ in ______________________ announced that the test consisted of 50 multiple choice, true and false, or fill-in-the-blank questions on the U.S. flag, county, state, and U.S. Government & History. In addition, students had to write a 300 words or less essay to be used as a tiebreaker when selecting the winners. The two students with the highest scores in grades 10, 11 and 12 were submitted for further judging and consideration of the scholarships. The American Legion gives students an opportunity to win one of thirty-two Department scholarships being awarded this year. Post Commander stated that the A&G Scholarship Program is endorsed by the State Superintendent of Public Instruction as “an exemplary program for our youth”. Commander also stated the purpose of the program is to engage our high school students in learning about all levels of our government and U.S. history and provide opportunity for recognition and scholarships.

(To be used by the schools or The Post as needed)

See Appendix A ~Page 37

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The American Legion Americanism & Government

Scholarship Program

School Fact Sheet

Purpose The purpose of the Americanism & Government Scholarship Program of The American Legion is to give students the opportunity to receive recognition and scholarship awards by testing their knowledge of current events, county, Wisconsin and United States Government and History and Flag Etiquette. Much of the information contained in the A&G Test is information reported daily in newspapers, magazines, television, radio, Wisconsin Blue Book and U.S. History textbooks. Eligibility Wisconsin students in grades 10, 11, and 12 enrolled in public, home school, private and parochial high schools are eligible to participate in the Americanism & Government Scholarship Program. Mechanics The Americanism & Government Test consists of 50 questions that are divided into the following four areas: 1. The U.S. Flag 2. Wisconsin Government & History 3. County Government 4. United States Government & History Students must write a 300 words or less essay on a timely topic as part of the test. Each student taking the A&G test writes on the same topic. The essay answer is used as a tiebreaker. This is a one hour timed test and no additional time should be allowed. Reference books, notes, or prompting of any kind during the taking of the test is prohibited. The test is given in your classroom and corrected by you with a standardized key. Only the two top scores in each of the three grades are forwarded for consideration of scholarships. Two winners in each grade level are to be chosen using scoring methods outlined further on this sheet. Only test papers of the winning students are forwarded for further judging by American Legion officials. Date of Test All Americanism & Government tests are given during the first week of November. The exact time and location of the testing is at the discretion of local school officials. Due to state testing, a week leeway will be allowed.

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Scoring Each completed test paper is graded using a standardized master answer sheet prepared and provided by The American Legion. In the event of tie scores, the essay answer will be used to determine the winner. School officials may use test papers for instructional purposes after the test has been given. All remaining test papers should be destroyed after 30 days with the exception of the winning test papers, which must be forwarded to the next level of judging immediately. Please send the following information to your District Chairman:

• The number of tests ordered • Name and grade of all students participating • The top scoring tests for the three grade levels

Out-Of-School Time There is no out of school time required by the students or school officials. Awards There are thirty-two (32) state winners selected by the judging panel of The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin. Ten (10) students from each of grades 10 and 11 will receive a $250 scholarship, and twelve (12) students of grade 12 will receive a scholarship in the amount of $500 each. The six winners from each participating Post or high school, as well as the six finalists from each District, will receive a Certificate of Achievement from the Wisconsin American Legion. Participation The A&G Scholarship Program is for any student in the 10th, 11th, or 12th grade in any public, private, home school or parochial high school in Wisconsin. We encourage giving the test to all eligible students rather than a select few. The test can be used as a learning experience for all students and underclass students can take it again the following year. Administration The Americanism & Government Scholarship Program is under the supervision of the Americanism Committee and The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin and endorsed by the State Superintendent of Public Instruction for Wisconsin. For further information on the A&G Scholarship Program contact your local Post Chairperson, the District Chairperson, or the Department A&G Scholarship Chairperson.

The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin


Ph: (608) 745-1090 Email: [email protected] Web: www.wilegion.org

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The American Legion,

Department of Wisconsin Americanism & Government Scholarship Program


Fax: (608) 745-0179 Email: [email protected]

TEST ORDER FORM

PLEASE FILL IN ALL INFORMATION BELOW AND MAIL, FAX OR EMAIL USING THE INFORMATION ABOVE.

We would like to participate in this year’s Americanism & Government Scholarship Program. We are ordering (number) tests and answer sheets. Name of High School: Attention to: Email Address: Address: City: Zip: County: Post #: District #: Address: City: Zip: County: Deadline Dates: All orders must be returned to Department Headquarters in accordance with the attached appendix. Tests are given during the first week in NOVEMBER at participating schools or Legion Posts. Due to state testing, a week leeway will be accepted.

ALL MATERIALS ARE FREE. Winning tests are sent to a District A&G Test Chairperson immediately after scoring is complete or not later than the third week of November.


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INSTRUCTION FOR ADMINISTERING THE AMERICANISM & GOVERNMENT

SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

1. The Americanism & Government test is to be treated as a controlled standardized test. Thus, no

circulation of test questions prior to the test or of answers is permitted. We appreciate your cooperation.

2. The Americanism and Government Answer Sheet is included with the tests ordered by all schools.

Grade the papers, forwarding the top two (2) scoring test answer sheets in each of the 10th, 11th and 12th grades of your school to your District Chairman for future judging (a total of 6 tests). In case of a tie score, essays will be used as a tiebreaker. Refer to the District Listing for your District Chairman’s address.

3. Duplication of tests for reasons other than having enough for each student is not permitted. 4. The time of the test is one (1) hour. No extensions are allowed. 5. All winners must be certified by the school on the enclosed winners form. 6. The test should be given to all students at the same time; however, schools may use their discretion. 7. All tests may be returned to the sponsoring American Legion Post or destroyed by the school. 8. Remember you must forward the winning test results on the Local High School Winners Report with

completed student information and answer sheets to your District Chairperson for further judging and awarding of scholarships.

9. If you have any questions that cannot be answered by your local American Legion Post, contact the

A&G Chairperson through The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin, P.O. Box 388, Portage, Wisconsin 53901-0388. Ph: 608-745-1090 or Email: [email protected]

10. Official Answer Key attached.


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PLEASE READ TO STUDENTS PRIOR TO START OF THE A&G TEST

1. Please read the instructions on the front of the test paper and make sure that your name, address, school

address and other information is clearly printed on your answer sheet. You don’t need to fill in the information on your sponsoring American Legion Post unless you know the number.

2. Answer each question, as scholarships will be awarded on the basis of the highest scores, essays are used

as a tiebreaker. 3. Place answers where indicated, print clearly. 4. You may use pen or pencil, however erasers are not permitted. To correct an answer, draw a line

through the incorrect answer and indicate the correct answer. 5. The essay may be printed or written clearly. 6. This test is not intended to be used to compare teaching techniques, or various school systems. It is

given to provide an opportunity for scholarships and stimulate interest in all levels of government by individual students.

7. BEGIN. • Note to the teacher: You are encouraged to use this test as a learning tool. After correcting the tests and

forwarding your schools six (6) winners for further judging, you may want to review the test with your class before destroying your copies. You may also tell underclassmen they will have the opportunity to try for scholarships on future tests.

Although we have conducted the A&G Scholarship Program for several years, it has not been completely perfected. Hopefully this program will improve with each year of its existence. The American Legion has attempted to have the A&G Test reflect a cross section of each of the levels of government. We do truly appreciate any constructive help that you can offer to achieve this goal. Thank you again for your participation and availing your students, an opportunity for recognition and scholarships through The American Legion Americanism and Government Scholarship Program.


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Educator

Evaluation Report

Dear Educator: The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin is seeking an evaluation of the Americanism & Government Scholarship Test Program from all schools participating in our program. Your school is asked to evaluate the Americanism & Government Test Scholarship Program and whether this program meets the needs you have utilized it for. Please take a few minutes to complete this evaluation report assessing your opinion of the A&G Scholarship Program, its strengths, weaknesses, and ways that you can envision that our program may be improved for future students. The information gathered will be used for future planning of the Americanism & Government Scholarship Program. We have already used some of your suggestions from last year’s evaluation. We have considered changing of the dates, however, no matter when it is scheduled there seems to be both positive and negative feedback. If an instructor knows that it will be given at the same time each year then they can adjust accordingly. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated.

The American Legion A&G Scholarship Program

Name of High School Grade level(s) taking test 10 11 12 Total number of students taking test Has this test been of some educational and instructional value?

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Were the contents of this test and the questions difficult enough to be of teaching value? How much time did it take for you (others) to administer and grade this test? Please list any suggestions or criticisms of this program that could be used to improve the program. To provide the greatest benefit to you as an instructor and to your students, what recommendations would you make for the A&G Scholarship Program? Please provide any other comments or suggestions here.

Mail to: The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin

A&G Scholarship Program P.O. Box 388

Portage, WI 53901-0388

See Appendix A ~ Pages 47-48

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A&G Scholarship Program

Local High School Winners Report

Test papers of winning students must be attached to this form. If you have identical scores, then please use the essay to determine your winners. Forward these to your District A&G Scholarship Chairperson for further judging and awarding of Scholarships. 10th Grade Score 10th Grade Score Name Name Address Address City Zip City Zip Sponsoring Post Sponsoring Post High School High School 11th Grade Score 11th Grade Score Name Name Address Address City Zip City Zip Sponsoring Post Sponsoring Post High School High School 12th Grade Score 12th Grade Score Name Name Address Address City Zip City Zip Sponsoring Post Sponsoring Post High School High School Date Name of high school contact


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A&G SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM DISTRICT WINNERS REPORT

District # Chairperson

Test papers of winning students must be attached to this form. If you have identical scores, then please use the essay to determine your winners. Then forward these to your District A&G Scholarship Chairperson for further judging and awarding of Scholarships. 10th Grade Score 10th Grade Score Name Name Address Address City Zip City Zip Sponsoring Post Sponsoring Post High School High School

11th Grade Score 11th Grade Score Name Name Address Address City Zip City Zip Sponsoring Post Sponsoring Post High School High School

12th Grade Score 12th Grade Score Name Name Address Address City Zip City Zip Sponsoring Post Sponsoring Post High School High School Date Name of high school contact


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District Chairman

The District Chairman will receive all winning test papers from schools within their District. They will then set up a committee of three (3) to judge the tests. The responsibility of the committee will be to: 1. Determine the highest scoring student tests in each of the three grade levels, 10, 11, and

12. 2. Determine which students will be the District winners, submitting only two (2) winners

per grade sophomore, junior and senior. In the case of tie scores, and in all probability there will be a number of them, use the Essay Question as the tie-breaker to determine the winner.

3. The District winners will be forwarded to the Department of Wisconsin for further

judging and the determination of scholarship winners. 4. The District entries must be received by the Department A&G Scholarship Program

deadline to be eligible for consideration. 5. All winning entries are to be treated as confidential until the Department judging is final.

The Department Chairman will then send a press release to all District Chairman, participating schools, and to the Post Chairman.

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Consolidated Post Report (CPR) Monthly Worksheet................... 102

80% Goal........................................................................................ 103


Square Knot Award........................................................................ 105

Eagle Scout of the Year Nomination Information.......................... 109

VA Volunteer Service Program Instructions.................................. 113

VA Volunteer Service Program Application.................................. 115

VA Certification of VAVS Representatives .................................. 116

Baseball Program ........................................................................... 118

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The Scout who best meets the qualifications outlined in the Nomination Application will be selected as The American Legion Eagle Scout of the Year by the National Americanism Commission. The American Legion Eagle Scout of the Year will join the Youth Champion delegation and participate in the Annual National Convention.

Scholarships

The American Legion Life Insurance4 Committee provides for a national scholarship to be awarded to the Eagle Scout who is selected “The American Legion Eagle Scout of the Year.” The American Legion Eagle Scout of the Year will receive a $10,000 scholarship. Three runner-up scholarship awards will be granted in the amount of $2,500 each. The scholarship recipients will be eligible to receive their scholarship immediately upon graduation form high school (public, parochial, military, private, or home school) and must utilize the total award within four (4) years of their graduation date, excluding active military duty or religious mission. The scholarship may be used to attend a school selected by the student provided it is state accredited, above the high school level, and within the continental limits of the United States, except in the case where the student may be from a possession of the United States, in which case he can select a school in that possession or in the continental United States. Disbursement from the scholarship fund will be made jointly to the student and the school at the beginning of each semester or quarter. Only one request will be honored per semester or quarter.

DO NOT SEND THIS APPLICATION DIRECTLY TO NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS Applicant should type or print all information.

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Authorization

CERTIFICATION BY EAGLE SCOUT I certify to the accuracy of the foregoing facts. If selected, I will be free to travel to The American Legion National Convention and participate as a member of the Youth Champions Delegation, representing The American Legion and the Boys Scouts of America. SIGNATURE OF EAGLE SCOUT: DATE: PARENT’S CONSENT We hereby certify that the information on this application pertaining to our son’s age and grade in school is correct. We are willing and desirous that he become The American Legion Eagle Scout of Year. In consideration of the benefits derived from this honor, if selected, we hereby voluntarily waive any claim against The American Legion and the Boy Scouts of America totally and all representatives thereof. SIGNATURE FO PARENT OR GUARDIAN: DATE:

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Authorization (continued) SCOUT UNIT LEADER The above named applicant is qualified in every respect to represent The American Legion and the Boy Scouts of America and has our recommendation. SIGNATURE OF SCOUT UNIT LEADER: DATE: AMERICAN LEGION SELECTION COMMITTEE APPROVAL DEPARTMENT ADJUTANT/SCOUT CHAIRMAN SIGNATURE: DATE: NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS REVIEWED BY DEPARTMENT SELECTION COMMITTEE:

Selection Process DEPARTMENT • Nominations must be received by Department Headquarters no later than March 1. • The application judged best in the Department and a list of the members of the Department Selection Committee should be

forwarded to the Assistant Director, Americanism and Children & Youth Division, Attention: Eagle Scout of the Year, The American Legion National Headquarters, P.O. Box 1055, Indianapolis, IN 46206

• For additional information, applicants should contact their State Headquarters. NATIONAL • Nominations must be received by National Headquarters no later than April 1. • The National Americanism Commission’s Youth Activities Subcommittee will review all Department nominations, and , in

their judgment, select The American Legion Eagle Scout of the Year.

ANNOUNCEMENT OF FINALIST The selection will be announced in the National Americanism Commission Report to the National Executive Committee during the Spring Meetings of The American Legion, held in Indianapolis, Indiana.


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The Department of Veterans Affairs Voluntary Service Program

BACKGROUND: The American Legion has been a staunch supporter and active participant in the Veterans Affairs Voluntary Service (VAVS) program since its inception. Today, as the largest centralized volunteer program in the federal government, VAVS is tremendously successful. It has developed an exciting and challenging concept of volunteer service within the VA health care system. Significant volunteer contributions in terms of donated hours of service, as well as gifts and donations, assist direct patient care programs and support activities and services that may not be fiscal priorities from year to year. The success of the VAVS program is due to the enthusiastic efforts on the part of many organizations such as The American Legion, and especially through the efforts of individuals displaying determination and dedication to help veterans using VA services. VOLUNTEER ACTIVITY: Volunteers assist veteran patients by augmenting staff in such diverse settings as VA medical centers, nursing homes, hospice programs, foster care, community-based volunteer programs and veterans outreach centers. Opportunities also exist within the National Cemetery Administration and the State Home Program. Today, through the expanded volunteer services that follow the veteran back into the community, every American Legion Post, no matter how remote, can participate and make a valuable contribution to this humanitarian service. For example, as outpatient clinics have been established to bring services closer to veterans, and home services have been developed to allow veterans to be monitored or treated at home, volunteers are needed to support these efforts. By design, these outpatient clinics and home-based programs are geographically dispersed, encompassing areas well beyond the traditional campuses of the VA medical centers. Similarly, as veterans gain access to health care information and their health care records via computers, volunteers are needed to teach veterans the requisite computer skills. Services that offer ideal opportunities for post participation include planning and conducting group social and recreational activities, special events and projects, assisting veterans to find employment and providing transportation, as needed. Posts also can participate by offering their facilities and their manpower to the VAVS program, sponsoring youth volunteers, or partnering with local businesses and agencies to provide services to veterans. Volunteers bring companionship, renewed hope, and comfort to veteran patients, serve as a bond to the outside world, and help disabled veterans learn new vocations to overcome their disabilities. For information concerning individual or Post participation contact the VAVS Program Manager at your nearest VA medical center, your local VAVS Representative or Department Service Officer, or write to: The American Legion, National Veterans Affairs and Rehabilitation Commission, 1608 K Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20006. Information is also available on the internet at www.va.gov/volunteer .

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ISSUANCE OF NATIONAL VETERANS AFFAIRS VOLUNTARY SERVICE (VAVS) AWARDS

The Veterans Affairs Voluntary Service Program furthers the “individual obligation to the community, state and nation,” as well as fostering the aspiration of “consecrating and sanctifying our comradeship by our devotion to mutual helpfulness,” for which The American Legion was also founded. The need continues to thank and recognize the volunteers involved in Voluntary Service at VA hospitals and to stimulate the recruitment of others. Young people are invited to participate in volunteerism through the VolunTeen Program, and their efforts should be acknowledged and commended as well. This recognition is done, among other ways, through tangible means. The following guidelines are to be used in requesting those awards:

• The request of VAVS awards must be signed by the Chief of Voluntary Service of the VA hospital facility, and certified with the number of hours accrued by the volunteer. The form and request must be forwarded to The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin, Attn: Department Adjutant, P.O. Box 388, Portage, WI 53901-0388. Veterans Affairs and Rehabilitation Division.

• The petition for the awards and the resulting shipment from National Headquarters will be channeled

through the office of the Department Adjutant.

• The National Headquarters only sends bars that represent the highest number of hours earned if the Departments have delayed in progressively requesting said awards.

• The request for those awards for which VA is responsible be done directly to VA from Department

Headquarters.

• The VolunTeens be awarded a pocket-sized certificate, pin and bars once they have met the conditions set forth in the Voluntary Service Handbook.

• That senior volunteers in VA medical centers receive pocket- sized 100 hour certificates; 300 hour

pocket-sized certificates, pins and bars; 500 hour pocket-sized certificates and bars; and, after this, a Volunteer Hospital Worker pin when they meet 1,000 hours with a corresponding bar, and thereafter, bars in increments of 1,000 up to a maximum of 20,000 hours.

• Service Stars are to be ordered directly from Emblem Sales by the Department Headquarters.

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AMERICAN LEGION AWARDS

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS VOLUNTARY SERVICE PROGRAM

Medical Center/Clinic Date ____________________

NAME OF VOLUNTEER TOTAL VOLUNTEER HOURS TO DATE

___________________________ _______________________ ________________________ Voluntary Service Program Manager Department Adjutant VAVS Representative

See Appendix B ~ Page 19

Department Adjutant – Please forward properly certified application with a letter requesting the award to: National Headquarters, Veterans Affairs and Rehabilitation

Division, 1608 K Street, NW, Washington, DC 2006

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RECOMMENDATION FOR CERTIFICATION OF VAVS REPRESENTATIVE, DEPUTY REPRESENTATIVE(S), ASSOCIATE

REPRESENTATIVE AND DEPUTY ASSOCIATE REPRESENTATIVE

Ms. CAROL J. RUTHERFORD National VAVS Representative The American Legion 1608 K Street, NW Washington, DC 20006 Dear Madam: We are recommending to you our Department VAVS Representative, Deputy Representative(s), Associate Representative and Deputy Associate Representative: VA MEDICAL FACILITY: REPRESENTATIVE: (new, re-certification, replacing? Please indicate) 1. Name: Mailing Address: Telephone Number: Date/Length of Appointment: Legion ID #: Post #: DEPUTY REPRESENTATIVE: (new, re-certification, replacing? Please indicate) 1. Name: Mailing Address: Telephone Number: Date/Length of Appointment: Legion ID #: Post #: _____________________________________ 2. Name: Mailing Address: Telephone Number: Date/Length of Appointment: Legion ID #: _______________________________ Post #: _____________________________________

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3. Name: Mailing Address: Telephone Number: Date/Length of Appointment: Legion ID #: _______________________________ Post #: _____________________________________

ASSOCIATE REPRESENTATIVE: (new, re-certification, replacing? Please indicate) 1. Name: Mailing Address: Telephone Number: Date/Length of Appointment: Legion ID #: _______________________________ Post #: _____________________________________ DEPUTY ASSOCIATE REPRESENTATIVE: (new, re-certification, replacing? Please indicate) 1. Name: Mailing Address: Telephone Number: Date/Length of Appointment: Legion ID #: _______________________________ Post #: _____________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF DEPARTMENT OFFICIAL

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The American Legion

Department of Wisconsin Baseball Program

Wisconsin American Legion Baseball American Legion Baseball enjoys a reputation as one of the most successful and tradition-rich amateur athletic leagues. American Legion Baseball is a summer program for boys 13-19 years old. Posts sponsor and financially support over 200 Wisconsin American Legion Baseball teams. The purpose of American Legion Baseball is to:

• Instill in youth a better understanding of the American way of life and to promote the principals of 100% Americanism. • Instill in the nation’s youth a sincere desire to develop within themselves a feeling of citizenship, sportsmanship, loyalty

and team spirit. • Aid in the improvement and development of the physical fitness of our county’s youth. • Build for the Nation’s future through our youth.

All games are played under the OFFICIAL BASEBALL RULES as published by The Sporting News of St. Louis, MO and as modified by the National American Legion Baseball Rule Book and the Wisconsin American Legion Baseball handbook. All teams have to play at least 10 games against Legion Baseball teams to compete in regional play. There are seven (7) Regional tournaments played in each class statewide. The State Baseball Commissioner and the Board of Directors assign each team to a Regional Tournament. Fifty-four graduating seniors from across the state are selected to play an All-Star game. For over 40 years the Milwaukee Brewers franchise has supported the Wisconsin American Legion Baseball program and allowed the All-Star game to be played at Miller Park after a major league home game. Brewers tickets are purchased through The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin. Scholarship Information An annual scholarship is awarded by the Wisconsin American Legion Baseball Association to a graduating senior who demonstrates outstanding leadership, scholarship, character and citizenship, and who has a demonstrated need for funding to continue their education beyond high school. Players are nominated by their respective team managers in June, and the winner is selected by the Wisconsin American Legion Baseball Association each July. Important Dates to Remember

• Team and Player Registration. All teams must register, buy insurance, and pay fees through National's electronic registration system at www.legion.org/baseball prior to June 1st.

• A hardcopy of the Player Agreement (form 2) must be completed and signed prior to the team’s first scheduled game. • On-line team roster (form 1) must be completed on or before June 30th at www.legion.org/baseball. • All-Star Nomination forms must be returned to the respective regional director prior to July 1st. • All-Star Game at Miller Park during August.

Code of Sportsmanship I will: Keep the rules;

Keep faith with my teammates; Keep my temper; Keep myself fit;

Keep a stout heart in defeat; Keep my pride under in victory;

Keep a sound soul, a clean mind, and a healthy body.

For more information contact Department Headquarters at 608-745-1090.

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Consolidated Post Report Monthly (CPR) Worksheet ................... 120

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Military Medals Requests............................................................... 123

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February See Membership Section of this

Manual for dates

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MILITARY MEDALS AND AWARDS Requests for the issuance or replacement of military service medals, decorations, and awards should be directed to the specific branch of the military in which the veteran served. However, for Air Force (including Army Air Corps) and Army personnel, the National Personnel Records Center will verify the awards to which a veteran is entitled and forward the request, with the verification, to the appropriate service department for issuance of the medals. The Standard Form (SF 180), Request Pertaining to Military Records, is recommended for requesting medals and awards. Provide as much information as possible and send the form to the appropriate address as follows: BRANCH WHERE TO WRITE FOR MEDALS ARMY National Personnel Records Center Medals Section (NRPMA-M) 9700 Page Avenue St Louis, MO 63132-5100 AIR FORCE Air Force Reference Branch NCPMF National Personnel Records Center 9700 Page Blvd. St. Louis, MO 63132 NAVY/MARINE COAST GUARD Navy Liaison Office (N314) Room 5409 9700 Page Blvd. St. Louis, MO 63132-5108 Medals and decorations to which an individual is entitled are listed on DD Form 214. The DD Form 214 shows all medals, including those earned while assigned to a classified unit or engaged in classified activity. If, because of incomplete records or clerical errors, all medals are not listed on the DD Form 214, the individual can request correction of the DD Form 214 by submitting an Application for Correction of Military or Naval Records, DD Form 149. (See your County Veterans Service Officer for this form)

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Branch of Service: Address:

Subject: MILITARY MEDALS, AWARDS AND DECORATIONS To whom it may concern: I request that you provide all medals, awards and decorations that I earned during my entire period of active duty. I appreciate your assistance in this matter. Thank you. Full name of veteran: ______________________________________________________ Social Security Number of veteran: ___________________________________________ Former service number if different from SSN: __________________________________ Branch of service: ________________________________________________________ Active duty date of entry: __________________________________________________ Active duty separation date: _________________________________________________ Veteran’s date of birth: _____________________________________________________ Veteran’s place of birth: ____________________________________________________ Mailing address of requestor: ________________________________________________ Daytime phone number: ____________________________________________________ Name of requestor if different than veteran: ____________________________________ Relationship to veteran: ____________________________________________________ Signature of veteran / requestor: _____________________________________________ Date of request: __________________________________________________________ Copy of discharge or DD-214 is attached: _________Yes __________No


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Consolidated Post Report (CPR) Monthly Worksheet................... 126

90% Goal........................................................................................ 127


Legislator of the Year..................................................................... 129

Edward Ormsby Law And Order Award Guidelines ..................... 131

Outstanding Firefighter Award Official Guidelines....................... 135

Emergency Medical Technician Official Guidelines ..................... 139

National Guard/Reservist Award ................................................... 143

Schneider-Emanuel American Legion Scholarship Instructions.... 147

Schneider-Emanuel American Legion Scholarship Application.... 151

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The following rules shall be observed in determining who shall receive the “WISCONSIN LEGISLATOR OF THE YEAR” Award, presented on an annual basis to a U.S. or State Senator and to a U.S. Representative or a member of the State Assembly by The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin.

1. Each Post Commander in the Department of Wisconsin may use the application on the following page to make a recommendation for the Wisconsin Legislator of the Year Award.

2. The Post winner’s application shall then be forwarded to the District Commander. A list of all Post

winners must be submitted to the District by April 1 of each year.

3. In making a recommendation, Posts should bear in mind that the legislators recommended need not be judged on only one year’s performance, but can be judged on performance over a longer period of time.

4. It shall be the duty of the District Commander to appoint a committee, with a representative from

each County in the District, to serve with the District Legislative Chairman, and it shall be the committee’s responsibility to screen all applications and then determine the District winners. The District winners may be endorsed by the District Membership. The winning applications in each District shall then be forwarded to Department Headquarters for the attention of the Department Legislative Committee.

5. The selection of the District winners shall be completed and certified to Department

Headquarters by May 1st of each year. Only one (1) winner from the U.S. or State Senate and one (1) winner from the U.S. House of Representatives or the State Assembly will be recognized from each District by the Department Legislative Committee.

6. Upon certification of the District winners to the Department Legislative Committee, said

committee should then report the Department winners during the annual Department Spring Executive Committee Meeting.

7. The declared winners of the Department Legislative awards will be invited to the Department

Convention. An appropriate award will be presented to the “Legislator(s) of the Year” at said convention.


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Our Candidate: Address: City: Zip Code: County: District: Recommended by Post No: of The American Legion located in: How long has the candidate been serving as Legislator? Present Position: (U.S. or State Senator, State Assembly or U.S. Representative)

RECOMMENDATIONS: (Use the reverse side or attach your typewritten recommendations to this application.)

(a) Attach a resume of his/her experience and include what service to Wisconsin veterans makes them worthy of the award.

(b) Biographical sketch of applicant, including education, family, church affiliation (if any), fraternal or social organizations.

(c) What, in your opinion, makes this candidate an outstanding Legislator? (Include accomplishments outside of work – community involvement.)

DO NOT SUBMIT ANY SCRAPBOOKS as judging will be on the above

three (3) recommendations (a, b, c).

Applicant must be an incumbent Legislator.

DISTRICT WINNER

(To be completed by District Commander, Adjutant and Legislative Chairman.)

The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin District winner is the individual listed above under ‘Our Candidate’.

District Adjutant District Commander

Date District Legislative Chairman


APPLICATION FOR

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THE AMERICAN LEGION, DEPARTMENT OF WISCONSIN EDWARD J. ORMSBY LAW AND ORDER AWARD

OFFICIAL GUIDELINES

Pursuant to action taken by The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin Executive Committee, there was established the Edward J. Ormsby Law and Order Award Program. Accordingly, a yearly award will be presented at succeeding conventions to the “Outstanding Police Officer of Wisconsin”. To determine the winner as the outstanding police officer:

1. Posts within the Department of Wisconsin shall use the application below, on which the Post’s certification for the award winner is to be listed.

2. It will be the duty of each Post Commander to appoint a committee of up to five (5) Legion members of their Post, including the Public Safety Chairman, whose duty it will be to select an entry for his/her award. This selection may then be endorsed by the Post membership. The Post application shall then be forwarded to the County Chairman for further consideration in the County, and the County winner will be submitted to the District. Posts in Districts 4 & 5 will forward their application directly to their Districts. It is suggested all Counties have their winning applications submitted to the District by April 1st of each year.

3. It is suggested that an appropriate program be held and a citation be awarded to the respective Post winners.

4. It shall be the duty of each District Commander to appoint a committee of up to five (5) Legion members of his District (one from a County whenever possible) and a District Public Safety Chairman whose duty it will be to screen all applications and determine the District winner, each contestant to be identified by number whenever feasible. The District winner may then be endorsed by the District membership. The winning application in each District shall then be forwarded to Department Headquarters for processing and the selection of a Department winner at the Annual Department Spring Meetings.

5. The selection and certification of the District winners shall be forwarded to Department Headquarters by MAY 1 of each year. The Department Committee will recognize only one (1) winner from each of the Legion Districts when determining the Department winner.

6. The District winner may be recognized on the District level, although the award will be presented to him/her at either the District Spring Conference preceding the Department Convention or District Fall Conference following the Convention.

7. In making a recommendation, Posts should bear in mind that the Police Officer recommended need not have performed an outstanding feat during the year in order to be eligible. The award should go to that Officer who, for a number of years, has turned in an outstanding performance of his or her duties. This does not rule out the possibility that this same Officer might, during the course of the current Legion year, have performed some feat which adds to his or her already impressive record.

8. The declared winner of the EDWARD J. ORMSBY LAW AND ORDER AWARD will be invited to attend the Department Convention.

9. A candidate for this award must be a living male or female Police Officer attached to a Wisconsin

Police Agency and residing in the State of Wisconsin on the date of the application.

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10. A candidate for this award need not be a Legionnaire or veteran to qualify.

11. Any member of the District Selection Committee finding his or her name in competition on a District level shall immediately notify their District Commander by letter so that a replacement may be made on the District Selection Committee prior to judgment of the District application.

12. Any member of the Department Committee finding his or her name in competition on the Department level, shall immediately notify the Department Commander by letter so that a replacement may be made on the Department Committee prior to judgment of the Department applications.

The committee will select the Outstanding Police Officer of Wisconsin, who in the opinion of the Legionnaires of Wisconsin, best exemplifies the traits and characteristics of a good Police Officer; one who goes about his/her daily duties in the protection of life and property of others. We must all know, in making our recommendations, that only one person will be the eventual winner and his or her selection will be made by the Department Committee. Thus, applications should be as thorough as possible before submitting them to the District.

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APPLICATION FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF WISCONSIN LAW AND ORDER AWARD Edward J. Ormsby Award

Our Candidate: Address: City: Zip: Recommended by Post No: _____ of The American Legion located in:

How long has the candidate been engaged in police work? Present Position: RECOMMENDATIONS: (Use the reverse side or attach your typewritten recommendations to this application.)

• From applicant’s superior, attach a resume of his/her police experience and include honors that have been bestowed upon the applicant.

• Biographical sketch of applicant, including education, family, church affiliation (if any), fraternal or social organizations.

• What, in your opinion, makes this candidate an outstanding police officer? (Include accomplishments outside of work – community involvement must be specified for consideration.)

ALSO NOTE:

• Do not submit any scrapbooks as judging will be on the above three recommendations. • Applicant must be employed and not retired. • Include a small photo of person nominated. • In the event this candidate should ultimately be declared the winner, will he/she be available for an

appearance at our Department Convention? Yes No

CERTIFICATION OF POST This recommendation is submitted by Post No. The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin, located in the District.

Post Adjutant Post Commander

Date Post Public Safety Chairman

DISTRICT WINNER The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin, District winner is the individual listed above under ‘Our Candidate’.


Date District Public Safety Chairman

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APPLICATION FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF WISCONSIN LAW AND ORDER AWARD Edward J. Ormsby Award (Continued)

1. List of previous police experience: 2. Give a brief biographical sketch of the officer nominated, including education, family, church affiliation

(If any), fraternal or social organization: 3. What, in your opinion, makes this candidate an outstanding police officer? 4. Has the officer ever been cited for outstanding police work before? If so, what honors have been

bestowed upon him/her? 5. List any pertinent information which may help the committee in making a final decision, including

outside activities of the police officer beyond his/her official duties:


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THE AMERICAN LEGION, DEPARTMENT OF WISCONSIN OUTSTANDING FIREFIGHTER AWARD PROGRAM

OFFICIAL GUIDELINES

Pursuant to action taken by The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin Executive Committee, there was established the Wisconsin American Legion Firefighters Award Program. Accordingly, a yearly award will be presented at succeeding conventions to the “Outstanding Firefighters of Wisconsin”. To determine the winner as the outstanding firefighter:


2. It will be the duty of each Post Commander to appoint a committee of up to five (5) Legion members

of their Post, including the Public Safety Chairman, whose duty it will be to select an entry for his/her award. This selection may then be endorsed by the Post membership. The Post application shall then be forwarded to the County Chairman for further consideration in the County, and the County winner will be submitted to the District. Posts in Districts 4 & 5 will forward their application directly to their Districts. It is suggested all Counties have their applications submitted to the District by April 1st of each year.

3. It is suggested that an appropriate program be held and a citation be awarded to the respective Post

winners.

4. It shall be the duty of each District Commander to appoint a committee of up to five (5) Legion members of his District (one from a County whenever possible) and a District Public Safety Chairman whose duty it will be to screen all applications and determine the District winner, each contestant to be identified by number whenever feasible. The District winner may then be endorsed by the District membership. The winning application in each District shall then be forwarded to Department Headquarters for processing and the selection of a Department winner at the Annual Department Spring Meetings.

5. The selection and certification of the District winners shall be forwarded to Department

Headquarters by MAY 1 of each year. The Department Committee will recognize only one (1) winner from each of the Legion Districts when determining the Department winner.

6. The District winner may be recognized on the District level, although the award will be presented to

him/her at either District Spring Conference preceding the Department Convention or District Fall Conference following the Convention.

7. In making a recommendation, Posts should bear in mind that the firefighter recommended need not have performed an outstanding feat during the year in order to be eligible. The award should go to that firefighter who, for a number of years, has turned in an outstanding performance of his or her duties. This does not rule out the possibility that this same firefighter might, during the course of the current Legion year, have performed some feat which adds to his or her already impressive record.

8. The declared winner of the OUTSTANDING FIREFIGHTER AWARD will be invited to attend the

Department Convention.

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9. A candidate for this award must be a living male or female, full-time or volunteer firefighter attached to a Fire Department and residing in the State of Wisconsin on the date of the application.


11. Any member of the District Selection Committee finding his or her name in competition on a District

level shall immediately notify his/her District Commander by letter so that a replacement may be made on the Department Selection Committee prior to judgment of the District application.

12. Any member of the Department Committee finding his or her name in competition on the

Department level, shall immediately notify the Department Commander by letter so that a replacement may be made on the Department Committee prior to judgment of the District applications.

The committee will select the Outstanding Firefighter of Wisconsin, who in the opinion of the Legionnaires of Wisconsin, best exemplifies the traits and characteristics of a good firefighter; one who goes about his/her daily duties in the protection of life and property of others. We must all know, in making our recommendations, that only one person will be the eventual winner and his or her selection will be made by the Department Committee. Thus, applications should be as thorough as possible before submitting them to the District.

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APPLICATION FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF WISCONSIN FIREFIGHTER AWARD Our Candidate: Address: City: Zip: Recommended by Post No: of The American Legion located in:

How long has the candidate been engaged in firefighting? Present Position:

(Fire Fighter, Chief, Deputy Chief, etc.) RECOMMENDATIONS: (Use the reverse side or attach your typewritten recommendations to this application.)

• From applicant’s superior, attach a resume of his/her firefighter experience and include honors that have been bestowed upon the applicant.


• What, in your opinion, makes this candidate an outstanding firefighter? (include accomplishments outside of work, community involvement must be specified for consideration.)

ALSO NOTE:









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APPLICATION FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF WISCONSIN FIREFIGHTER AWARD (Continued)

1. List of previous firefighter experience: 2. Give a brief biographical sketch of firefighter nominated, including education, family, church affiliation

(if any), fraternal or social organization: 3. What, in your opinion, makes this candidate an outstanding firefighter? 4. Has the firefighter ever been cited for outstanding firefighting before? If so, what honors have been

bestowed upon him/her? 5. List any pertinent information which may help the committee in making a final decision including

outside activities of the firefighter beyond his/her official duties:


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THE AMERICAN LEGION, DEPARTMENT OF WISCONSIN EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN (EMT) AWARD

OFFICIAL GUIDELINES

Pursuant to action taken by The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin Executive Committee, there was established The Wisconsin American Legion Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Award Program. A yearly award established to be given at succeeding Conventions to the “Emergency Medical Technician of Wisconsin”. To determine the winner as the outstanding EMT:


2. It will be the duty of each Post Commander to appoint a committee of up to five (5) Legion members

of their Post, including the Public Safety Chairman, whose duty it will be to select an entry for his/her award. This selection may then be endorsed by the Post membership. The Post application shall then be forwarded to the County Chairman for further consideration in the County, and the County winner will be submitted to the District. Posts in Districts 4 & 5 will forward their application directly to their Districts. It is suggested all Counties have their applications submitted to the District by April 1st of each year.


winners.

4. It shall be the duty of each District Commander to appoint a committee of up to five (5) Legion members of his District (one from a County whenever possible) and a District Public Safety Chairman, whose duty it will be to screen all applications and determine the District winner, each contestant will be identified by number whenever feasible. The District winner may then be endorsed by the District membership. The winning application in each District shall then be forwarded to Department Headquarters for processing and the selection of Department winner at the Annual Department Spring Meetings.

5. The selection and certification of District winners shall be forwarded to Department Headquarters by

MAY 1 of each year. The Department Committee will recognize only one (1) winner from each of the Legion Districts.

6. The District winner may be recognized on the District level, although the award will be presented to

him/her at either the District Spring Conference preceding the Department Convention or District Fall Conference following the Convention.

7. In making a recommendation, Posts should bear in mind that the EMT recommended need not have

performed an outstanding feat during the year in order to be eligible. The award should go to that EMT who, for a number of years, has turned in an outstanding performance of his or her duties. This does not rule out the possibility that this same EMT might, during the course of the current Legion year, have performed some feat which adds to his or her already impressive record.

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8. The declared winner of the Emergency Medical Technician Award will be invited to attend the Department Convention.

9. A candidate for this award must be a living male or female EMT attached to a Emergency Agency

and residing in the State of Wisconsin on the date of the application.


11. Any member of the District Selection Committee finding his or her name in competition on a District level shall immediately notify their District Commander by letter so that a replacement may be made on the District Selection Committee prior to judgment of the District application.

12. Any member of the Department Committee finding his or her name in competition on the

Department level, shall immediately notify the Department Commander by letter so that a replacement may be made on the Department Committee prior to judgment of the Department applications.

The committee will select the EMT of Wisconsin, who in the opinion of the Legionnaires of Wisconsin, best exemplifies the traits and characteristics of a good EMT; one who goes about his daily duties in the protection of life and property of others. We must all know, in making our recommendations, that only one person will be the eventual winner and his or her selection will be made by the Department Committee. Thus, applications should be as thorough as possible before submitting them to the District.

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APPLICATION FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF WISCONSIN EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN (EMT) AWARD

Our Candidate: Address: City: Zip: Recommended by Post No: of The American Legion located in:

How long has the candidate been engaged in EMT work? Present Position: RECOMMENDATIONS: (Use the reverse side or attach your typewritten recommendations to this application.)

• From applicant’s superior, attach a resume of his/her EMT experience and include honors that have been bestowed upon the applicant.


• What, in your opinion, makes this candidate an outstanding EMT? (Include accomplishments outside of work – community involvement must be specified for consideration.)

ALSO NOTE:






DISTRICT WINNER The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin, District winner is the listed above under ‘Our Candidate’.



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APPLICATION FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF WISCONSIN EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN (EMT) AWARD (Continued)

1. List of previous EMT experience: 2. Give a brief biographical sketch of the EMT nominated, including education, family, church affiliation

(if any), fraternal or social organization: 3. What, in your opinion, makes this candidate an outstanding EMT? : 4. Has the EMT ever been cited for outstanding EMT work before? If so, what honors have been bestowed

upon him/her? 5. List any pertinent information which may help the committee in making a final decision, including

outside activities of the EMT beyond his official duties:


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OUTSTANDING ENLISTED NATIONAL GUARD/RESERVIST AWARD PROGRAM

OFFICIAL GUIDELINES

Pursuant to action taken by The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin Executive Committee, there was established the Wisconsin American Legion National Guard/Reservist Award Program. Accordingly, a yearly award will be presented at succeeding conventions to the “Outstanding Enlisted National Guard/Reservist of Wisconsin.” To determine the winner as the outstanding National Guard/Reservist: 1. Posts within the Department of Wisconsin shall use the application below, on which the Post’s

certification for the award winner is to be listed. 2. It will be the duty of each Post Commander to appoint a Selection Committee of members of their Post,

whose duty it will be to select an entry for the award. This selection may then be endorsed by the Post membership. The Post application shall then be forwarded to the District. It is suggested that winning applications be submitted to the District by April 1st of each year.


winners.

4. It shall be the duty of each District Commander to appoint a committee of Legion members of the District (one from a County whenever possible) including a District Selection Chairman, whose duty it will be to screen all applications and determine the District winner, each contestant to be identified by number whenever feasible. The District winner may then be endorsed by the District membership. The winning application in each District shall then be forwarded to Department Headquarters to the attention of the Department National and Homeland Security Committee.

5. The selection and certification of the District winners shall be forwarded to Department Headquarters by

MAY 1 of each year. The Department Committee will recognize only one (1) winner from each of the Legion Districts.

6. The judging and selection of the Department winner shall be made by the National and Homeland

Security Committee at the Department Spring Meetings and the award shall be made at the Annual Department Convention.

7. The declared winner of the Department award will be invited to attend the Department Convention at

reasonable expense to the Department.

8. In making a recommendation, Posts should bear in mind the National Guard/Reservist recommended need not have performed an outstanding feat during the year in order to be eligible. The award should go to the National Guard/Reservist who, for a number of years, has turned in an outstanding performance of his or her duties. This does not rule out the possibility this same National Guard/Reservist might, during the course of the current Legion year, have performed some feat which adds to his or her already impressive record.

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9. A candidate for this award must be a living male or female active part-time National Guard/Reservist

attached to a National Guard or Reserve Unit in the Department of Wisconsin, on the date of application, or is a resident of Wisconsin and through necessity serves in a unit outside of the Department.

10. A candidate for this award need not be a Legionnaire. 11. Any member of the District Selection Committee finding his or her name in competition on a District

level shall immediately notify their District Commander by letter so that a replacement may be made on the District Selection Committee prior to judgment of the District application.

12. Any member of the National and Homeland Security Committee for the Department, finding his or her

name in competition on the Department level, shall immediately notify the Department Commander by letter so that a replacement may be made on the Department Selection Committee prior to judgment of the Department applications.

The committee will select the Outstanding National Guard/Reservist of Wisconsin, who in the opinion of the Legionnaires of Wisconsin, best exemplifies the traits and characteristics of a good Soldier, Airman, Sailor, Marine, or Cost Guardsman. In making recommendations, only one person will be the eventual winner and the Department National and Homeland Security Committee will make that selection. Thus, applications should be as thorough as possible before submitting them to the District.

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APPLICATION FOR THE AMERICAN LEGION, DEPARTMENT OF WISCONSIN NATIONAL GUARD/RESERVIST AWARD

Our Candidate: Address: City: Zip: Recommended by Post No: of The American Legion located in: Number of years in National Guard/Reserve: Present Position in National Guard/Reserve: RECOMMENDATIONS: (Use the reverse side or attach your typewritten recommendations to this application.)

• From applicant’s superior, attach a resume of his/her Guard/Reserve experience and include honors that have been bestowed upon the applicant.


• What, in your opinion, makes this candidate an outstanding National Guard/Reservist? (Include accomplishments outside of work – community involvement must be specified for consideration.)

ALSO NOTE:

• Do not submit any scrapbooks as judging will be on the above three (3) recommendations. • Applicant must be active part time in the National Guard/Reserve and not retired. • Include a small photo of person nominated. • In the event this candidate should ultimately be declared the winner, will he/she be available for an


CERTIFICATION OF POST This recommendation is submitted by: Post No. The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin, located in the District.


Date Post Selection Committee Chairman



Date District Selection Committee Chairman

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APPLICATION FOR THE AMERICAN LEGION, DEPARTMENT OF WISCONSIN NATIONAL GUARD/RESERVIST AWARD (Continued)

1. List of previous National Guard/Reserve experience: 2. Give a brief biographical sketch of the National Guard/Reservist nominated, including education,

family, church affiliation (if any), fraternal or social organization: 3. What, in your opinion, makes this candidate an outstanding National Guard/Reservist? 4. Has the National Guard/Reservist ever been cited for outstanding National Guard/Reservist work

before? If so, what honors have been bestowed upon him/her?

5. List any pertinent information which may help the committee in making a final decision including outside activities of the National Guard/Reservist beyond his or her official duties:


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DEADLINE: Everything into Department Headquarters by March 1.

INTRODUCTION – The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin, Scholarship’s purpose is to make available to three (3) deserving students the sum of $1000.00 to be applied to the cost of continuing their education at any degree granting college or university within the United States of America. It is the intent of the donor organization that this award shall enable a student, with a good measure of self-help, to secure a baccalaureate degree. The first series of scholarships were awarded in 1968 and has continued each year. ELIGIBILITY – The applicant may qualify for The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin scholarship meeting one or more of the following criteria. PLEASE READ CAREFULLY – The scholarship application will not be considered if the applicant does not meet the ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS. THE APPLICANT MUST BE EITHER –

• A VETERAN AND AN AMERICAN LEGION MEMBER holding a current official membership card at the time of application and at the beginning of higher educational pursuit.

• A SON/DAUGHTER whose Father, Mother, or Legal Guardian is a member of The American Legion,

The American Legion Auxiliary, or the Sons of The American Legion holding a current official membership card at the time of application and at the beginning of higher educational pursuit.

• A GRANDSON/GRANDAUGHTER whose Grandfather, Grandmother, or Legal Guardian is a member

of The American Legion, The American Legion Auxiliary, or the Sons of The American Legion holding a current official membership card at the time of application and at the beginning of higher educational pursuit.

• APPLICANT HIMSELF/HERSELF is a member, in good standing, of the Sons of The American

Legion or The American Legion Auxiliary/Junior Auxiliary holding a current official membership card at the time of application and at the beginning of higher educational pursuit.

Three (3) Scholarship awards will be made to the applicants who meet the above eligibility requirements and have participated in one or more of the following American Legion sponsored activities:

• Attended a complete session of Badger Boys State. • Attended a complete session of Badger Girls State. • Participated in the County Youth Government Day Program. • Participated in the American Legion Oratorical Contest (at any level). • Participated in the American Legion Americanism and Government Test Program. • Active member of an American Legion sponsored Band and/or Drum and Bugle Corps. • Member of an active American Legion Baseball Team. • Member of an American Legion sponsored Scout Troop. • Member of Sons of The American Legion or American Legion Auxiliary. • Member of The American Legion.

SCHNEIDER – EMANUEL AMERICAN LEGION

SCHOLARSHIP

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SCHNEIDER – EMANUEL AMERICAN LEGION SCHOLARSHIP

AWARDS – Applicant must be awarded a high school diploma or its equivalent and must have maintained an academic average of “B” or better for a period of seven (7) high school semesters, based upon the standard of the institution granting the diploma. The academic average is based on the seven (7) semesters prior to the second semester of the senior year. APPLICANT MUST:

• Meet the specific entrance requirements of the chosen learning institution.

• Complete and submit the application with the following supporting documents: transcript of grades, four (4) rating sheets and ACT score. Documents must be sent by March 1 prior to school opening the following September.

• Sign along with parent or guardian, the “Agreement” portion of the application.

NOTE: No application is considered complete unless all questions are fully answered and transcripts and rating sheets are mailed to The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin Headquarters, bypassing the applicant. If an applicant is in college he/she must have a transcript of eight (8) semesters of high school and the last complete semester of college with a transcript. Previous award winners are not eligible for consideration for a second scholarship. The following factors shall be considered by the judges in deciding the relative merit of applicant and making a final selection.

• Moral Character – Commitment to the American way of life, its institutions and seriousness of purpose.

• Scholastic excellence.

• Participation and accomplishment in American Legion affiliated activities.

• Personality, leadership and participation in general extra-curricular activities.

GENERAL INFORMATION – There shall be a two (2) week grace period between March 1st and March 15th where no new application blanks will be accepted, but where the applicant will be notified that certain materials are missing, not directly the applicant’s fault.

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SCHNEIDER – EMANUEL AMERICAN LEGION SCHOLARSHIP

A Department committee, consisting of a panel of five (5) judges, shall meet to select the finalists and announce the same to the Department Commander and Department Adjutant by the time of The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin Annual Spring Meeting in May, at which time the high school principal will be notified. Public announcement of winning candidates shall be left to the high school principal, but will be made no later than the commencement exercises. Hopefully, an appropriate presentation will be arranged by the local high school utilizing an American Legion official in the presentation. The July issue of The Badger Legionnaire shall carry names and a synopsis of scholarship winners. Simultaneously, the judges shall pick three (3) alternates: First Alternate, Second Alternate and Third Alternate, who shall, in that order, be awarded a scholarship should either of the original winners default in any manner. Should experience indicate that picking winners is a task too cumbersome for non-remunerated judges, the Department Commander may appoint a competent screening committee who shall, in preliminary judgment, narrow the field to twenty-five (25) applicants. JUDGING TEAM shall be comprised as follows: (This is the Scholarship Committee)

• 2 Qualified Professional Educators. • Chairman of the Education and Scholarship Committee. • Past Department Commander who is immediate past DEC member or his delegate. • Department Commander or his delegate.

Judges shall be selected annually by the Education and Scholarship Chairman, in coordination with the Department Adjutant and approved by the Department Commander In all cases, judges reserve the right to check the accuracy and authenticity of any information submitted by an applicant including eligibility, membership card numbers of self, mother, father, grandparent, or guardian; military or school record; marital status, especially “legally separated” of applicant and /or family. FINANCIAL – The financial aspects of The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin scholarship shall be administered as follows:

• Scholarship monies are not normally available to the applicant prior to August 15th annually, but special consideration may be received by petitioning the Department Finance Committee with proof of summer school attendance.

• Scholarship monies shall be kept in a special account ledger and collected, disbursed, audited and

controlled as are other state funds.

• The Department Adjutant shall negotiate a voucher only upon receipt of official notification by the educational institution that the applicant has completed enrollment and has been accepted by said institution.

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SCHNEIDER – EMANUEL AMERICAN LEGION SCHOLARSHIP (Continued)

• Payment of total sum of scholarship shall be made to the Bursar or Controller or other proper

registration official at the accepting institution, (not the individual), and shall be deposited into the account of the winning applicant and applied toward tuition, fees, and other educational expenses.

• Should a winner, at any time during the school year, fail to enroll and/or remain in school, all monies shall immediately be surrendered and/or recovered or transferred to the next eligible alternate.

• In the event the recipient discontinues his/her scholastic pursuit, he/she automatically forfeits all further scholarship privileges.

• If the scholarship in not used after two (2) years, it reverts back to the scholarship fund. As is the case in all American Legion matters, these rules are subject to revision at any official meeting of the Department Executive Committee, but hopefully all revisions will become effective one year hence from there adoption, or at a date as not to jeopardize any student’s opportunity for this scholarship.

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THE AMERICAN LEGION, DEPARTMENT OF WISCONSIN SCHNEIDER – EMANUEL AMERICAN LEGION SCHOLARSHIP

Use this application for The American Legion Scholarship Only

PERSONAL DATA:

NAME: Last Middle First

ADDRESS: CITY: STATE: ZIP CODE: PHONE #: ( ) BIRTH DATE: __ __/ __ __/ __ __ __ __ APPLICANT EMAIL ADDRESS: NAME OF PARENT OR GUARDIAN: ADDRESS: CITY: STATE: ZIP CODE:

PERSON THROUGH WHOM YOU QUALIFY FOR THIS SCHOLARSHIP: LEGIONNAIRE AUXILIARY S.A.L. ________ SELF ________ SELF ________ SELF ________ FATHER ________ MOTHER ________ FATHER ________ MOTHER ________ GRANDMOTHER ________ GRANDFATHER ________ GRANDFATHER ________ GRANDMOTHER

NAME: Last Middle First ADDRESS: CITY: STATE: ZIP CODE: CURRENT AMERICAN LEGION CARD NO: YEAR: NAME AND NUMBER OF POST: LOCATION: NAME AND NUMBER OF UNIT: LOCATION:

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BRIEF STATEMENT OF SERVICE DURING WWI, WWII, KOREA, VIETNAM, GRENADA, PANAMA OR PERSIAN GULF – OF THE QUALIFYING PERSON:

YOU MUST HAVE PARTICIPATED IN ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING AMERICAN LEGION SPONSORED ACTIVITIES. COMPLETE THOSE THAT QUALIFY YOU. 1. BADGER BOYS STATE Year High School 2. BADGER GIRLS STATE Year High School 3. ORATORICAL CONTEST Year High School Legion District Number: Title of Oration: 4. AMERICANISM AND GOVERNMENT TEST PROGRAM: Year (s): High School: 5. COUNTY YOUTH GOVERNMENT DAY PROGRAM: Date of Participation: County: 6. AMERICAN LEGION SPONSORED DRUM & BUGLE CORPS OR BAND: Year(s) of Participation: to Name and Number of Legion Post Sponsor: 7. AMERICAN LEGION BASEBALL TEAM: Team Name Date(s) of Participation: to Name and Number of Legion Post Sponsor: 8. AMERICAN LEGION- SPONSORED SCOUTING PROGRAM OR TROOP: Troop Number: Date(s) of Participation: to Name and Number of Legion Post Sponsor: 9. AMERICAN LEGION OR AUXILIARY MEMBER: Post or Unit Name and Number: Current Membership Card Number: 10. SONS OF THE AMERICAN LEGION MEMBER: Detachment Number: _________ Squadron Number: __________ Location: ______________________

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SCHNEIDER – EMANUEL AMERICAN LEGION SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION (Continued)

EDUCATIONAL DATA: SCHOOLS ATTENDED: (If all four years at one school, enter only grade 12). GRADE NAME LOCATION YEAR

12

11

10

9 Date of High School Graduation: Name of school: Number in Graduating Class: Rank in Class: ACT Score: ATTENDANCE: Were you absent more than ten times per year the past two years? Yes ___ No

If yes, explain the illness or cause.

COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY APPLICANT DESIRES TO ATTEND: Name: Location: Have you been accepted? _____Yes _____ No (If no, when do you expect acceptance? ) If already attending college, name of college Year What course of study do you plan to pursue? APPLICANT’S STATEMENT – Please state below (in a short paragraph) your education objectives, for what life’s work you desire to prepare yourself by attending college, and the value and contribution The American Legion Scholarship would make toward the realization of that goal.

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SCHNEIDER - EMANUEL AMERICAN LEGION SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION (Continued)

EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES (School Related) (Use checks under appropriate grade level.)

ACTIVITY 9 10 11 12 ACTIVITY 9 10 11 12Sports (Number of) Cheerleader Newspaper Staff Pep Club Annual Staff F.F.A. School Play National Honor Society Band Foreign Language Club Orchestra Science Club Chorus or Choir Audio-Visual Club Glee Club Others Others Others Others Others

LIST BELOW SPECIAL HONORS, RECOGNITIONS, OR AWARDS WHICH YOU HAVE RECEIVED IN CONNECTION WITH ABOVE ACTIVITIES. LIST BELOW ANY ACTIVITIES, HONORS, OR RECOGNITION WHICH YOU HAVE RECEIVED IN CONNECTION WITH ORGANIZATIONS OTHER THAN SCHOOL SPONSORED: (Such as Church, Youth Groups, 4-H, Scouts, etc.) In addition to this completed form, be sure:

• Your school sends a certified transcript. • Rank in Class, ACT Score. • Cumulative, or 9 through 11, Grade Point Averages. • Twelfth (12) Grade First Semester Grade Report • Four rating sheets should be submitted from four (4) individuals such as:

o High School Principal or Counselor o Clergyman o Two Representative Citizens

MAIL TO: The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin

Attn. Programs Coordinator P.O. Box 388


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SCHNEIDER - EMANUEL AMERICAN LEGION SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION (Continued)

APPLICANT’S AGREEMENT The applicant hereby states that he/she has familiarized himself/herself with the rules established for The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin Scholarship, and that:

• His/her qualifications meet the basic requirements for the scholarship and for college entrance.

• Arrangements have been made to complete this application by forwarding transcript(s), class rank, ACT score, and four rating sheets on provided forms.

• He/she intends to abide by all provisions set forth in the rules – and agrees to accept as final the decisions agreed upon by The American Legion Scholarship Committee.

___________________________________ Signature of Parent or Guardian

____________________________________ Signature of Applicant

____________________________________ Date


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RATING SHEET FOR THE AMERICAN LEGION SCHOLARSHIP

CONFIDENTIAL

Return to: The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin Attn: Programs Coordinator P.O. Box 388 Portage, WI 53901-0388 DATE: APPLICANT’S NAME: APPLICANT EMAIL ADDRESS: HIGH SCHOOL: ADDRESS: LOCATION: CITY & ZIP CODE: The judges will select winners from the applicants who qualify according to conditions stated in the rules. They will also evaluate the applicant on merit, promise and achievement. INSTRUCTIONS: From the scale, rate the student on each of the listed traits, 0 – 10 Weak 0 – 2, Below Average 3 – 4, Average 5 – 6, Very Good 7 – 8, Outstanding 9 – 10

SCHOLARSHIP Scholastic attainment with grade of senior and rating in class, evidence of industry and application in studies.

LEADERSHIP The capacity to assume responsibility to organize work and execute a project with others.

CHARACTER High standard of conduct, keen sense of right, good reputation, adherence to truth and conscience, devotion to church and daily duties.

AMERICANISM The ideals, love of country, ability to accept a citizen’s responsibilities.

SPECIAL REMARKS: (continue on back if needed.) Name of Person Completing Rating Sheet Relationship to Applicant – Principal, Faculty Member, Clergyman or Representative Citizen ADDRESS: CITY: ZIP:

Signature of Person Completing Rating Sheet


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APRIL

Consolidated Post Report (CPR) Monthly Worksheet.......................... 158 95% Goal............................................................................................... 159 Reconnect Report .................................................................................. 160 Post, County, District Elections ............................................................ 161 County Youth Government Day Program Materials............................. 162

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Other:

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95% Goal

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Membership cards received at Department Headquarters on or before

this date will be given credit toward this goal.

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Date of Event # of Legionnaires

Participating Identify Military

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ELECTIONS Post - Article VIII, Section 3 of the Department Bylaws states, “Post officers shall be elected annually by each Post in the Department at an election to be held after May l. The newly-elected officers are to be installed and assume their respective duties at such time as determined by the Post, but not later than September 20 of each year.” County – Article X, Section 3 of the Department Bylaws states, “All officers of County Councils, except those selected to fill vacancies, shall be elected and installed between June 1 and September 20 of each year. Within one week after such installation, the Department Adjutant and the District Commander shall be notified of the names and addresses of all of the officers of the County Council.” District - Article III, Section 4 (d) and (e) of the Department Constitution states, “(d) Each District shall elect one District Commander and may elect or appoint one or more District Vice Commanders for each District from amongst the active Legionnaires of such District. Their respective terms of office shall commence immediately upon the adjournment of the annual Department Convention after their election and shall end at the adjournment of the second next succeeding annual Department Convention. Their election or appointment shall be subject to ratification by the Department Convention following their election. The odd numbered Districts shall elect District Commanders and either elect or appoint District Vice Commanders during even numbered years, and the even numbered Districts shall elect District Commanders and either elect or appoint District Vice Commanders during each odd numbered year. The District Constitution may provide for the election or appointment of additional District officers, except that the District Adjutant shall be appointed by and hold office at the discretion of the District Commander.” “(e) The District Commander and District Vice Commanders and such other elective District officers as the District Constitution provides shall be elected at a District meeting held between the first day of April and the first day of July in any year at such time as may be designated by the District Commander. The District Commander shall notify each Post Commander in his District, through Department Headquarters, by mail at least thirty (30) days prior to the date of such election meeting. The number of delegates and alternates to which a Post is entitled at any District meeting at which District officers are elected shall be ascertained and computed on the paid-up membership of such Post as reported to Department Headquarters thirty (30) days prior to such meeting. The names of the delegates and alternates to such meeting shall be certified to by the Post Adjutant and submitted to the District Commander prior to such meeting.”

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COUNTY YOUTH GOVERNMENT DAY

BRIEF FRAMEWORK OF THE PROGRAM

It has been recognized that there is little emphasis and very little material available on county government in our schools. The main objective of this program is to give more students a practical study of county government. The framework, briefly, is this:

1. Set up a good working committee from your county organization. County officials should be contacted and understand the importance of their part in this program. At the discretion of the county officials, a date should be selected for the students to appear at the County Courthouse.

2. Each school in the county should be contacted, in person (preferably the civics teacher), to explain

the program and help them in any way. After the county officials have set the dates and the schools have agreed to participate, the classroom plans should be exclusively in the hands of the school authorities. In the past, many schools had this course for either juniors or seniors, with the thought that they would soon be eligible voters and would better be able to participate in the election process. Since a civic type program that covers county government is being taught at various grade levels, it was determined that the class that is given this course should be selected by the school administration.

3. Teachers are asked to get students involved in a class-wide election process for the county offices.

A suggested time should be allotted for learning about the various offices and their responsibilities, a time for nominations, for campaigns and for real elections that would create much interest and understanding of government. The possibilities for innovative teachers to bring reality into the study of government are endless. Once students decide to become candidates, have campaigned, and have been duly elected, they would represent the school and the students at the County Government Day.

4. If the school has foreign exchange students, ask them to be present also, not as candidates for an

office, but as interested individuals eager to learn about county government.

5. The program for the day may vary with each county. With registration followed by a general assembly, the students should then be allowed to visit with their counterparts to learn the many duties of the office. At noon, there is a luncheon. The sponsoring units should share the expense of this, as well as transportation, if any. If possible, allow the students to sit in on a portion of a County Court session or County Board session. Close out the day with another general assembly, which would be an ideal time to hand out their citations, as well as the citations for the county officials.

6. Your student representatives will bring back a deepened understanding of the government process

because they will have experienced it. Hopefully, the school would be able to benefit from an increased interest and involvement in government, which would translate to greater involvement in the school’s student governing body. All students should benefit by the early experience of government, the election process, and by sharing experiences of “real” government with their classmates.

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7. There is very little textbook material on county government in our schools however, a good outside source is found in The Framework of Your Wisconsin Government, a publication offered by the Wisconsin Taxpayers Alliance (WTA) at a nominal cost. It can be ordered from the WTA at 401 North Lawn Ave, Madison, WI 53704. The latest revision was in 1995. The publication provides an excellent resource, not only on county government, but also that of towns, cities, and villages, school districts, and state levels of government. The WTA also provides speakers for free lecture service for assemblies and individual classes.

8. Do not forget PUBLIC RELATIONS. Get pictures of the groups during the day and have them

published, along with a good story. Give your elected officials proper credit for their time and assistance. Do not forget a letter of thanks to the school officials. This program has met so much acclaim from both public officials and school instructors that we feel sure you will be rewarded greatly for having carried out a COUNTY YOUTH GOVERNMENT DAY PROGRAM.

COUNTY GOVERNMENT (Overview)

The county has always played an important part in Wisconsin government. It was a unit of government even before Wisconsin became a state in 1848. In that year there were only 29 counties. By 1901, the number had grown to 71. In 1961, the newest county of Menominee was created from the territory that made up the Menominee Indian Reservation. This brought the total number of counties to the current 72. With few exceptions, the form of county government has not changed much since the early days. The services provided by the county have expanded greatly, however, and it has become a very important unit of local government.

THE COUNTY’S DUAL ROLE

The county actually serves two purposes. It provides certain services at the local level for the state, and it is a unit of local self-government. The county assists the state in many ways. The county sheriff enforces state laws, including state traffic regulations. The county district attorney represents the state in prosecuting those who break state laws. The county highway department maintains the state trunk highways within its borders. The county register of deeds keeps certain records required by the state, such as property records, marriage licenses, and birth and death certificates. The county clerk handles elections and sells hunting and fishing licenses. These are just a few examples of the way the county acts as an arm of state government. As a unit for local self-government, the county has been given powers to handle certain matters that are of local interest, but the county may do only those things specified by state law. For example, the county may build parks, keep up county forests, take care of county highways, provide mental health services, and maintain nursing homes for the aged. While the county may provide only those services that are required or permitted, it does have some control over how the government is organized and administered.

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COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The county board of supervisors passes ordinances (laws) and resolutions, and it may have the same responsibility for running county government if there is no county executive or county administrator. Most boards are divided into committees to handle their duties. Some examples of board committees are finance, personnel, agriculture, highways, parks and zoning. The committee must solve problems that arise in its area of responsibility. Sometimes it does this by recommending that the board, as a whole, take necessary action. The board usually follows its recommendations. In counties without an executive or administrator, the committee also supervises the department that relates to its field. For administration may be called government by committee. Each supervisor on the county board is elected from a supervisory district. The county’s population should be divided about equally among the districts. If necessary, following the federal population census conducted every ten years, the county board must redraw the district to be sure they are equal in population. All supervisors are elected on a nonpartisan basis for two-year terms, except in Milwaukee County where the term is four years. The maximum number of supervisors on the county board is limited by state law depending on the population of the county; however, the board may have fewer members if it chooses. Based on population, the range is 25,000 or less, 21 maximum supervisors. If the population were at least 100,000 but less than 500,000 the maximum number of supervisors would be 47. Two counties, Milwaukee and Menominee, have county boards based on a different system of representation. The board determines the size of the Milwaukee County Board. Currently, it has 25 supervisors. In Menominee County, which has only one town, the entire town board also serves as the county board of supervisors. Thus, the Menominee County Board has seven members. County boards are required by law to meet at least twice a year. The April meeting is an organizational meeting in which the board elects its officers and names its committees. The purpose of the fall meeting in October or November is to adopt the annual county budget. Other meetings are held as often as necessary. Many county boards meet at least once a month.

COUNTY EXECUTIVE, COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR

As county duties and services became more complex, state law was changed to permit selection of a single officer to manage county government. If elected, this official is called a county executive. If appointed by the county board, the title is county administrator. A 1962 constitutional amendment authorizing an elected county executive in Milwaukee County, was the first step toward this type of county government administration. Under state law, Milwaukee County must have an executive. A later constitutional amendment, ratified in 1969, allows all Wisconsin counties to create the position of executive or administrator if they choose. In many respects, the duties of the two positions are similar. Both the executive and administrator, administer the affairs of the county, submit an annual budget and make certain appointments to office. There are some differences, however. A county executive is elected on a nonpartisan ballot by the people for a four-year term and is a more independent officer. The executive has the power to veto county board actions, including a partial veto on appropriations.

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On the other hand, a county administrator is selected by the county board to serve as its pleasure for an indefinite term and has no veto power. In 1995, there were nine county executives and eight county administrators. In counties that do not have either, an executive or administrator, an “administrative coordinator” must be appointed by the county board. In eight counties the administrative coordinator has been granted most of the powers of an executive or administrator. In most cases, the county clerk or county board chair has been designated administrative coordinator. State law does not specify the powers of duties of the office.

OTHER COUNTY OFFICIALS

Each county is required by the state constitution or state law to elect certain officials whose duties are set forth by state law. These are district attorney, sheriff, clerk, treasure, register of deeds, clerk of circuit court, coroner (unless there is a medical examiner system) and surveyor (unless that officer is appointed). Milwaukee County does not elect a corner or surveyor. Although the district attorney is elected by county voters, it is designated a state office and the state pays the salary. In contrast to county supervisors, these county officials are elected on a partisan basis for two-year terms. The run on a party ticket in the November general election and receive party support for their campaigns. The county clerk serves as secretary to the county board and performs some general management duties. In counties without an executive or administrator, the clerk may compile the budget requests for the board to review and keep financial records on income and expenditures. Another elected official is the treasurer, who handles all county government funds. The treasurer must receive and record all revenues coming into the county treasury and pay money out. Several criticisms have been raised about the organization of county government. Some say that the county board should be concerned with lawmaking and not be burdened with administrative details. They would like to see wider use of a county executive or administrator with broad powers. Others have complained that having so many independently elected county officers splits responsibility.

CONCLUSION

Filling dual roles as both an arm of state government and a unit of local self-government, county government has served Wisconsin over many decades. Today, many counties are faced with demands for new or improved service, which cover broad geographical areas. The part that counties play in directing and coordinating government services in the future will depend on the responsibilities assigned to them by the state legislature. Source: The Framework of Your Wisconsin Government 1995.

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THE AMERICAN LEGION


To The Principal, Background: The American Legion is dedicated to the service of God and Country. We believe the best way to preserve our system of democracy is to help each of our country’s youth become participating, freedom preserving citizens. We realize that our Democracy is in constant need of protection and improvement. The liberties, the duties, the rights we all enjoy are by no means perfect, nor is it likely they will ever be. However, it is the best system in the world. Our rights are the product of people like you and me. People have ideas; they give them time and thought, talk them over with others, and then act on them, making them rules of conduct. These become the laws we live by. Our county government plays a very important part in the lives of each of us. With this in mind, we have sponsored the County Youth Government Day for over 30 years. We look at democracy as a living thing. It lives in the body and spirit of each and every one of us. As an organization of veterans, we realize that our young people will have to take an active part in choosing who will represent them. They will need to keep their representatives informed of what they want, what they like, and what they dislike. This program is dedicated to achieving that end. Too few Americans are willing to take an active part in elections. There is also a seeming reluctance to accept responsibility for doing minor things vital to government. There seems to be an increasing reluctance to run for office, and many offices go uncontested. Whatever the reason, it is a threat to our system of government, a threat that government will be run by self-seeking individuals, with voters drawing further away from government. Some say that they do not know enough about the issues or election procedures to vote intelligently. They imply that this is because someone else has failed to do their job. That is why our county officials, through The American Legion, and local school districts, provide our youth with this opportunity. However, each citizen has a responsibility to learn the process. Once the students selected in your school have the opportunity to attend the County Youth Government Day Program, they will bring that experience back to your schools to share and use what they have learned. Chairman, County Youth Government Day Program


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SAMPLE OF FOLLOW-UP LETTER TO SCHOOLS

County Youth Government Day Date ___________________ Name Address School Dear Sir, On ______________________, the ________________________County American Legion Posts jointly sponsored a County Youth Government Day, with _____high schools in the county invited to participate with representatives from each school. Since your school participated, we would like to ask you for an evaluation of the event. We welcome all suggestions and criticisms, and we would appreciate your returning the enclosed questionnaire. Signed: (County Commander or Chairman)

SAMPLE QUESTIONNAIRE TO BE INCLUDED WITH THE ABOVE

Date ___________________ Please return to:

(List the County Commander or Chairman’s Name and Address)

• Do you think the County Youth Government Day was a productive, educational experience for all who participated?

• Did the participants bring back meaningful reports to the other members of their class?

• Would you favor repeating this activity in following years?

• Have you any suggestions or criticism? School Official: ____________________________ School: ___________________________________

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COUNTY YOUTH GOVERNMENT DAY

Sponsored by:

County Council

THE AMERICAN LEGION

Date:

PARTICIPATING SCHOOL INSTRUCTOR: NAME OF SCHOOL: AFS STUDENT(S), If any: PLEASE INCLUDE COUNTY OF STUDENT: ____________________________________

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SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES OF YOUR GENERAL ELECTION

COUNTY CLERK: COUNTY TREASURER: ____________________________________ REGISTER OF DEEDS: ____________________________________ CLERK OF CIRCUIT COURT: ____________________________________ SHERIFF: ____________________________________ CORONER: ____________________________________ DISTRICT ATTORNEY: ____________________________________

Note: This is only a sample listing. More names may be added. Please type all names on the above form and return by to the address below. Thank you. (Date) Sincerely, Chairman, County Youth Government Day Program


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County Youth Government Day Report

Survey Sheet: Post Chairman & Post Commanders

RETURN THIS SURVEY TO YOUR COUNTY COMMANDER BY SECOND WEEK OF MAY

District: County: Date of Program:

Location of Program: Courthouse, City Hall, Etc. (Include Address)

Chairperson: Phone:

Address: City: Zip:

County Commander: Phone:

Address: City: Zip:

Record of Posts, Units, and Squadrons involved in this year’s County Youth Government Day Program (Check all involved)

Post No. Unit Squadron Post Location High School No. of Students

Totals: _____ Posts _____ Number of High Schools _____ Units _____ Number of Students

_____ Squadrons _____ Number of Foreign Exchange Students Estimated Cost of Program $ (This figure is important, please include.) Brief Explanation of Costs: Record number of continuous years of your Program, if known: Use reverse side for any comments. If available, attach a copy of your agenda.


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P.O Box 388 Portage, WI 53901-0388

Email: [email protected] ~ Web: www.wilegion.org Phone: (608) 745-1090 Fax: (608) 745-0179

Memo

TO: County Commanders FROM: Department County Youth Government Program Chairman All County Commanders should notify Department Headquarters regarding whom they have appointed as County Youth Government Chairs for the current year. Please fill out the form below and return to Department Headquarters, Attn: Americanism, P.O. Box 388, Portage, WI 53901. Additional information regarding the County Youth Government Day can be found in the Administrative Manual pages 162-170. The Administrative Manual is also available on our website www.wilegion.org under resources. Certificates of Appreciation and Participation will be available from Department Headquarters. The cost will be $ .20 each, plus 5.5% sales tax.

COUNTY YOUTH GOVERNMENT PROGRAM

District: County: Date of Program: Location of Program: Courthouse, City Hall, etc. (Include address)

Chairperson: Phone: Address: City: Zip: County Commander: Phone: Address: City: Zip:

PLEASE SEND: Certificate of Appreciation

Certificate of Participation

($ .20 each plus 5.5% tax)


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Consolidated Post Report (CPR) Monthly Worksheet (Due June 1st) .. 172 100% Goal............................................................................................. 173 Reconnect Report .................................................................................. 174 Shooting Sports Scholarship Criteria .................................................... 175 Shooting Sports Scholarship Application ............................................. 176 Public Relations Appreciation Award................................................... 177

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A $1000.00 and a $500.00 School Scholarship will be awarded to qualified student graduates from Wisconsin high schools. The recipients must make known their intentions to attend an accredited college or vocational school and make application for this scholarship by a date set by the Shooting Sports Program Chairman. The top scorer from Wisconsin competing in the State/Regional Championship and declared Wisconsin State Champion will be considered for the $1000.00 scholarship. The $500.00 scholarship will go to the top scorer of the opposite category (Sporter or Precision). No two scholarships will go to the same person. The student recipient must show proof of completion of the first semester before payment of scholarship. Payment will be made by:

The American Legion Department of Wisconsin Shooting Sports Program

P.O. Box 388 Portage, WI 53901

Race, Creed, National Origin, Color and Sex shall not be considered in making the selection of the recipient.

Applications for scholarships are due at Department Headquarters May 5th

SELECTION PROCESS: The recipient of the award is to be selected by an Awards Committee made up of The Shooting Sports Program Chairman and two members of The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin. The recipient must be a graduate of a Wisconsin high school. The recipient must have participated in the current American Legion Regional or State Championship, Junior Position Air Rifle Tournament. The recipient’s background, experience and aptitude are applicable and compatible with the type of education the applicant is seeking.


WISCONSIN SHOOTING SPORTS

“Criteria for School Scholarship”

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THE AMERICAN LEGION, DEPARTMENT OF WISCONSIN WISCONSIN SHOOTING SPORTS PROGRAM

SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

Applicant’s Name Address Phone Number:

Name Of High School Address: Phone Number:

Grade in School: College Or Vocational School: Address: Grade Pt. Average:

Shooting Club/Team: Address: Phone Number:

American Legion Junior Position State/Regional Championship Precision or Sporter Category

(Circle One Above)

Air Rifle Tournament: Year: Score:

Certification by Applicant: Signature of Applicant: Date: Parent’s Consent: I hereby certify that the information on this application pertaining to my son/daughter’s age and grade in school is correct. I am willing and desirous that he/she becomes The Wisconsin American Legion Top Shooter and if selected, I give my permission for my son/daughter to participate in the youth program at The Wisconsin Department Convention. __________________________________________ Date: Signature of Father, Mother, or Guardian:

NOTE: This section will be reviewed by the selection committee:

School Scholarship: Yes:_________ No:__________ Amount Awarded:___________________

Award: Yes:_________ No:_________

Citation: Yes: ________ No:_________

Committee Members Signature: Chairman: Member # 1: Member # 2:

Remark: PLEASE SEND COMPLETED APPLICATION TO: THE AMERICAN LEGION, DEPARTMENT OF WISCONSIN

Shooting Sports Scholarship P.O. Box 388, Portage, WI 53901


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Public Relations Appreciation Award

PERMANENT RULES

I. ESTABLISHMENT In accepting the report of the Department Policy Committee which contained a recommendation pertaining to a request form the Department Public Relations Committee, the Department Executive Committee did, on July 18, 1964, at Wausau, Wisconsin, and as amended by the Public Relations and Executive Committee on October 2, 1971, on May 5, 1990, January 20 1995, and again on January 24, 1997, approve the following prescribed awards: The Department Public Relations Committee may annually recommend five (5) recipients for an American Legion “PUBLIC RELATIONS APPRECIATION AWARD” that the committee feels merit special recognition in the news media field and “Certificates of Appreciation” to other deserving media. II. MEDIA The awards shall be confined to one (1) award each annually for the following: OUTDOOR ADVERTISING RADIO TELEVISION CABLE TELEVISION PRESS III. RECIPIENTS The Press, Radio, Television, Cable Television, and Outdoor Advertising merit special recognition for informing the general public on the ideals and deeds of The American Legion, therefore, an American Legion “PUBLIC RELATIONS APPRECIATION AWARD” will be presented for publicizing Wisconsin American Legion programs and activities on any one or all levels of the Department (Post, County, District, Department). “Certificates of Appreciation” shall be awarded to additional media that have participated in support of The American Legion programs throughout the year. IV. TYPE The awards shall be appropriately lettered plaques, with the design and lettering selected by the Department Public Relations Committee, and the Certificate of Appreciation to be printed at nominal cost, the same to be absorbed by the Department Public Relations Committee budget. V. NOMINATIONS Nominations for recipients of the awards are to be sent to the Department Adjutant and/or the Department Public Relations Chairman at the Department Headquarters Office of the Wisconsin American Legion, and can be made by any Wisconsin Legion Public Relations Officer, Post Commander, County Commander, or District Commander.

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• The individual offering a nomination for the award shall be responsible for obtaining all necessary documentation and supporting evidence.

• This documentation should indicate exactly what the nominee did or provided for the good of The American Legion. This documentation should include the dates, events, or descriptions of American Legion activities that the nominees provided coverage of.

• Coverage or services provided to The American Legion for a period of a full year, for example, will receive more consideration from the judges that coverage for one event.

VI. DEADLINE – MAY 1 All nominations, fully clarified, shall be available for perusal by the Department Committee no later than MAY 1 for judging. The program will be based on the prior year. Judging will be done by the Department Committee at the Department Spring Meetings. VII. CONSIDERATION All nominations received prior to the deadline date and in proper order shall be considered by members of the Department Committee; who, after reviewing same, shall cast five (5) votes by secret ballot for the selection. Only one vote cast in a specific ballot by a member of the committee present for a nominee. VIII. PRESENTATION Awards shall be presented at The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin Annual Convention to the recipients thereof, or a representative of the media selected for an award shall be invited to be present at that time. Travel, lodging, and other costs will be incurred at the recipient’s expense.

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JUNE

Americanism Report Forms .......................................................................................................... 193 Camp American Legion Donation Form....................................................................................... 222 Certification of County Officials .................................................................................................. 216 Certification of District Officials .................................................................................................. 219 Certification of Post Officials ....................................................................................................... 213 Children & Youth Report Form .................................................................................................... 212 Children & Youth Reporting......................................................................................................... 209 Consolidated Post Report (CPR) Monthly Worksheet.................................................................. 180 Consolidated Post Reports ............................................................................................................ 182 Cooper Award (Due June 1)....................................................................................................... 194 County Commander of the Year Award ....................................................................................... 188 County Committee Chairman Form.............................................................................................. 218 County Officer Information Form................................................................................................. 216 District Committee Chairman Form.............................................................................................. 221 District Officer Information Form ................................................................................................ 219 Historians ...................................................................................................................................... 184 Hospital Donation Form................................................................................................................ 231 Jessel S. Whyte Memorial Award (Due June 1) ....................................................................... 202 Joseph R. Meeks “Gung-Ho” Annual Americanism Award (Due June 1) ............................ 207 Martha Marlowe Post Chaplain Award......................................................................................... 186 McCoy/Rolfe Americanism Award (Due June 1)..................................................................... 196 National Americanism Awards (Due June 1) ........................................................................... 206 Oakey/Burns Award (Due June 1)............................................................................................. 204 Pendill/Higley Award (Due June 1) ........................................................................................... 198 Post Committee Chairman Form................................................................................................... 215 Post FYI ........................................................................................................................................ 183 Post Honor Guard Commander Application ................................................................................. 191 Post Honor Guard Commander Award ......................................................................................... 190 Post Officer Information Form...................................................................................................... 213 Recommendation on Protocol ....................................................................................................... 224 Reconnect Report .......................................................................................................................... 181 Request for Visit by Department Commander.............................................................................. 225 Sons of The American Legion ...................................................................................................... 226 Spalding Victory Award (Due June 1) ...................................................................................... 200 Tax Information ............................................................................................................................ 223 VA&R Report Form...................................................................................................................... 232

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This report can help you deep a monthly record of the work your post does in the programs of The American Legion. Using these forms monthly allows you to complete the Annual Consolidated Post Report due each June 1st.



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CONSOLIDATED POST REPORT Purpose: To obtain and tabulate quantitative reports from Posts on major National programs. Procedure: The Department Adjutant provides the Posts with a preprinted form to fill out. Instruction follows on how to prepare the form. Deadline: Posts are to fill out the complete form in the areas that apply to the Post. Posts must return the first two copies to the Department Adjutant by June 1. This report should normally cover the 12-month period of June 1 to May 31. The Post Commander and Adjutant should complete this report with assistance from the Post Officers and Committee Chairman. It should be completed accurate. Instructions for filling out the Consolidated Post Form: The report you are filling out is perhaps the most important document your Post can submit. This information will be compiled with all other Posts that submit forms and put into a summary, which is sent to Congress. This summary is ‘us’ when the National Commander testifies on behalf of The American Legion. You should not feel that everything has to be filled in. If your Post only has one program, then that is all you can report. The Department has other reports to file and your completion of the Consolidated Post Report will assist your Post with this responsibility. The following instructions will help you fill in the report. There are three copies to the form. After the form is filled out, send the first two copies to Department Headquarters by June 1. Keep the third copy for your Post’s records. Some questions can be answered by putting an “X“ in the box, an “X“ means “Yes“, a blank means “NO“. Many of the questions call for figures, such as the number of cases handled by the Post Service Officer. Some request dollars spent. There is a dollar sign at the beginning of each blank space which requests an answer in dollar amounts. Do not report cents. Round out your answer to the nearest dollar. All answers to the boxes and fill-ins should be typed or printed clearly using dark-colored ink. Whoever is given the responsibility of completing the form may have to get some of his answers from the other Post Officers or Committee Chairman. If you can’t get exact amounts or numbers, make as reasonable an estimate as you can, but don’t exaggerate. If your Post did not participate in a program listed on the report, or if you simply can’t get information by the requested date, leave the section blank. It will be a very unusual Post that has something to report on every line. Other Post Projects: If your Post had projects that cannot be adequately covered on the Consolidated Post Report from, attach a narrative report to the National and Department copies. The narrative report will be reviewed by personnel at National Headquarters responsible for specific programs and may be passed on to the editor of The American Legion Magazine. Narrative reports are helpful to the Department Adjutant and the Department Program Committees in selecting Posts for various Department and National program Awards. Be sure to identify by Post Number, District and Department.

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TO ALL POSTS - FYI Recently a number of questions have arisen concerning the relationship of the National Organization of The American Legion with the Departments, Districts and Posts. Therefore, it seemed advisable to review the status of each Post of The American Legion. The National Organization is a United States corporation. It is a private corporation chartered by the Congress of the United States. Its corporate charter is part of United States law. This corporate charter gives the National Organization the power to issue charters to Departments and, when the Department so authorizes, to issue charters to Posts. Departments and Posts are autonomous independent entities which run their own “day to day” affairs. The Department has a general oversight responsibility for the Posts in the Department. However, this oversight is not operational control. This is evidenced by Article IX, Section 7 of the National Constitution which gives Departments the power to prescribe the Constitution of the Posts. Of course, all Legionnaires are under the umbrella of the National Constitution and By-Laws. As provided in Article VIII of the National Constitution, Sections 3, 4 and 5, Districts and Counties are administratively part of the Department. Such non-chartered bodies are the liaison between the Department and Post. They are not autonomous. The Department Constitution and By-Laws requires that all Posts incorporate in Wisconsin so as to achieve the advantages of a corporate entity. These include the limitation of liability so long as adequate insurance is carried and the ability to deal with property without having to involve the rules for unincorporated associations which may involve the signature of everybody who has ever been a member and their heirs. Should any entity of The American Legion, (i.e. Department or Post) desire to incorporate a program, this may be done. However, because of the provisions of trademark law, the respective entity of The American Legion must control the subsidiary 100%. This means, at minimum, that The American Legion must name all of the directors, trustees, officers and any other governing individual, and that the Legion entity must fill the vacancies. Furthermore, the members of the Board of Directors, Board of Trustees, the officers and any other governing individual must be a member of or within the entity. In addition, any change to the corporate by-laws must be approved by the parent entity to the subsidiary. Since a number of issues including, but not limited to tax law bear on subsidiaries, before this course is followed, the advice of an experienced attorney and CPA, both familiar with non -profit law, taxes and accounting, should be sought. Such subsidiaries, if they do not qualify as a tax exempt entity, end up being fully taxable. This is an area where special care is needed to keep the records correctly categorized to avoid loss of the Legion entity’s tax exempt status.

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ENTERING THE COMPETITION If you are interested in entering the yearbook or narrative competition, the rules you must follow are in the “Officers Guide and Manual of Ceremonies.” The “Histories are Important” section of the manual explains in detail how to create a Post Narratives and a Post Yearbook. A copy of the manual is included in the post packets handed out during Department Convention. You can purchase additional copies from American Legion Emblem Sales, or, retrieve the information from the National American Legion’s website: www.legion.org and search for the key word “histories.” For the purpose of competition, the book must be at Headquarters in Portage by 3:00 on the second Friday in June. Make sure you identify your book as Narrative or Yearbook. The Department currently has awards for Post and District books, there is not a competition for County Histories, but you are encouraged to keep County Council records. Department awards are presented during Department Convention. The Department winner of the Post Narrative and the winner of the Post Yearbook will be forwarded to National Headquarters in Indianapolis for judging in October. Judging at National is done by members of the National Association of Department Historians, The American Legion (NADHAL). (Only National and Department Historians are eligible to join NADHAL.) History books will be on display during Department Convention and must be picked up by noon Sunday, the last day of Convention. Books not picked up Sunday will be taken back to Department Headquarters in Portage; you will then need to make arrangements to retrieve the books yourself. Traditionally, Historian Workshops are conducted by the Department Historian during Department Convention and Midwinter; watch the Historian’s column in the Badger Legionnaire for more detail. Help will be available during this workshop and time will be allotted to network with other Historians. Historians are encouraged to join the Wisconsin Historians Association (WHA). Information about this organization will be available during Convention and Midwinter. You can contact the Department of Wisconsin Historian through Department Headquarters at P.O. Box 388 Portage, WI 53901 or by Email [email protected] and the message will be forwarded. Other sources of information include: • National Headquarters Website www.legion.org (NADHAL is in the process of adding a link from

this site.) • American Legion Emblem Sales www.emblem.legion.org • Department of Wisconsin www.wilegion.org The Department Historian can use your help also. If the Department Commander visits your posts please send picture or other documentation regarding the event to the Historian’s attention at Department Headquarters. Good Luck!

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IF YOU DON’T WANT TO ENTER THE COMPETITION Have you ever gotten to the middle of May and your Consolidated Post Report is due, but you have absolutely no idea what to report or where to find the information you need? Have you ever had a prospective member ask what The American Legion does and not have an answer on the tip of your tongue? Or, perhaps you only list one or two items and leave out the one thing the person might be most interested in. This is where the Historian comes in handy. Your job is to record the current events of your post; with the help of the Post Adjutant, the Public Relations team and anyone else who takes pictures of post activities. By recording what your post is doing, you will have the information needed to help complete the required reports and assist the membership team recruit new members. At the same time, you are preserving the history of your post. You don’t have to create fancy scrapbooks to record the post history. There are several easy ways to gather and display the history of your post. (Some of these ideas might be a good way to get younger members involved.) For example: • Display a collage of pictures showing off recent events. • Put up a poster listing your donations back to the community. • Create a slide show of pictures to run on your post televisions during events. Perhaps it could also run

on your public access channel. • If you have a website, place pictures and narratives for the world to see. • Create a “brag book” (you grandparents know what I’m talking about) leave it lying around the

clubhouse or carry it with you when you recruit new members. • Keep a calendar of what is happening at your post. Make sure to record when the Boy Scouts or other

non-profit organizations are using your building. (These free rentals count on your end of year reports.)

• Create a binder or folder for each post activity. Record the information necessary to allow a new chairman to take over next year, make sure to record expenditures for your reports to headquarters.

Even if your post doesn’t have a Historian, I’m sure someone is taking pictures of special events. Have that person get extra prints and place them in a book, making sure to record who, what, where and when. A picture is worth a thousand words. Once you get a photo album put together, show it off, not just to members but anyone in the community who will take the time to look. If they’re not eligible for membership, perhaps someone they know will be. Show pride in what you do and get the word out into your community. Who knows, after you start gather information for your “simple” photo album or scrapbook, you might discover that you want to enter the competition. If that’s the case, please turn this sheet over and take a look at the rules for submitting a book for competition.

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Martha Marlowe Post Chaplain Award

The purpose of the Martha Marlowe Post Chaplain Award is to bring RECOGNITION to our Post Chaplains.

First Place Award……………….Plaque

Second Place Award……………Framed Citation

Third Place Award………………Citation

DEADLINE DATE – JUNE 15TH

Return the completed form to: The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin

Attn: Martha Marlowe Award P.O. Box 388

Portage, WI 53901

All applicants must fill out the following questionnaire.

Chaplain’s Name: Address: City: Zip Code: Post Number: District: County: Post Address: 1. List community projects participated in since the last Department Convention:

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2. List Post functions participated in since the last Department Convention: 3. Compile a Post Chaplain Scrapbook. 4. List any additional information:


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Purpose: To recognize each membership year, the County Commander who has exemplified himself/herself with outstanding traits of initiative, enthusiasm, loyalty, and leadership above and beyond the normal duties of that office in keeping with the principles of The American Legion. Action Required: No later than June 1 of each membership year, the District will be allowed and encouraged to submit to Department Headquarters, the name and credentials of one County Commander nominee that the District considers for this prestigious award. Each candidates resume will be reviewed by a committee appointed by the Department Commander to select one outstanding recipient. Programs, activities, and areas of responsibilities to be considered in this selection will include, but not limited to:

1. County’s percentage of membership achieved. 2. County conducts, and reports on, County Youth Government Day. 3. County conducts County Council meetings. 4. County Commander attends all (unless excused) District conferences/meetings as required. 5. County Commander supervises and ensures that each Post under his control completes and

timely submits to the Department Headquarters the mandatory Consolidated Post Report and other reports as mandated by the Department/National Headquarters.

6. Any other relevant activity(ies) to be considered (Oratorical Contest, Shooting Sports, A&G Testing, etc.).

Individual Department recognition will be in the form of a plaque noting “County Commander of The Year, Department of Wisconsin” to be presented to the recipient, or a representative, at The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin’s Annual Convention. Districts are encouraged to appropriately recognize their respective candidate during a separate District activity.

COUNTY COMMANDER OF THE YEAR

AWARD

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COUNTY COMMANDER OF THE YEAR AWARD Date: From: The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin District To: The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin Commander Subject: Nomination for County Commander of The Year Award The following named County Commander has been selected by this District to be considered as the recipient for the Department’s County Commander of the Year Award:

a. Name:

b. Address: City: Zip:

c. County Commander of County, District:

d. Achievements include:

e. Percentage of this year’s membership: %

f. Conducted, and reported on, County Youth Government Day: Yes No

g. Conducted County Council meetings: Yes No

h. Attended ( unless excused ) all required District Conferences/meetings: Yes No

i. Has supervised and ensured that each Post under his control has completed and submitted to Department/National Headquarters the mandated Consolidated Post Report form and all other reports as required. Yes No

j. Other relevant activities and/or comments (Oratorical Contest, Shooting Sports, A&G Testing,

etc.). (Use additional page(s) as required) ATTESTED Signature: (District Commander) (District Adjutant)

Return to: The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin



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THE AMERICAN LEGION


TO: POST HONOR GUARD COMMANDER

(Firing Squad)

This program has been implemented by The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin in recognition of a Post Honor Guard (firing squads) or individual member of a Post Honor Guard. The criteria are listed on the enclosed application form and it is up to the individual Post to choose its own recipient of awards. The Honor Guard commander of each post will have this responsibility unless he wishes to appoint a committee. The form included is self explanatory and must be received at Department Headquarters by JUNE 1ST

SEND TO: The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin

Post Honor Guard P.O. Box 388

Portage, WI 53901 A certificate will be given to each Legionnaire or squad determined by the percentage of times the individual falls out when asked. At least 60-75% participation is requested before submitting for an award.

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APPLICATION FOR RECOGNITION OF POST HONOR GUARD OR INDIVIDUAL MEMBER OF POST HONOR GUARD

AWARDS FOR SQUADS Number and type of appearances: 1. Visual appearance Excellent_____ Good _____ Fair______ 2. Uniform of dress 3. Flag etiquette 4. Ability to follow commands Excellent_____ Good _____ Fair______ 5. Precision Excellent_____ Good _____ Fair______ 6. Marching Excellent_____ Good _____ Fair______ 7. Firing Excellent_____ Good _____ Fair______ 8. Manual of arms Excellent_____ Good _____ Fair______ 9. Burial honors by State or Federal request POST AND DISTRICT Post: District: Please type or print individual member’s names on the next page for certificates that will be distributed to District Commanders at the Department Convention.

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MEMO TO: POST ADJUTANTS SUBJECT: ANNUAL REPORT FORMS The annual Report Forms in this section need to be completed and filed with Department Headquarters, IF THE POST INTENDS TO COMPETE FOR THE AWARDS AS DESCRIBED. POSTS DO NOT NEED TO FILE THE AWARD REPORT FORMS IF THEY DO NOT INTEND TO COMPETE FOR THE AWARD.

If a narrative explanation is included with your report and is to be used for more than one award competition, please indicate that on the narrative.

The “CERTIFICATION OF SERVICE RECORD OF AMERICAN LEGION OFFICIALS” form is provided in duplicate. Be sure to complete the form each year and send one copy to Department Headquarters. The duplicate copy is for your Post records.

Check carefully for deadline dates on all report forms and send the forms to Department Headquarters.

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(JUNE 1 to MAY 31) (Attach separate sheet explaining activities in detail)

To be awarded annually to that Post of The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin doing the most consistent service in the interest of the boys between the ages of 8 and 18. NOTE: Do not fail to attach clippings of activities and certified copies of receipts for money expended, together with any other evidence to substantiate your report, including photographs or any other activities not mentioned.

1. BOY SCOUTS OR SEA SCOUTS:

2. AMERICAN LEGION BASEBALL:

3. OTHER JUNIOR SPORTS CARRIED ON BY POST THIS YEAR:

4. JUNIOR MUSICAL ORGANIZATIONS:

5. AWARDS – SCHOOL AWARDS, ETC:

6. SOCIAL ACTIVITIES:

7. RECREATIONAL FACILITIES AND ACTIVITIES:

8. BADGER BOYS STATE:

9. SONS OF THE AMERICAN LEGION:

10. MISCELLANEOUS:

List whatever Post has done to promote or help in any way on the above mentioned activities.

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Is your Post competing for this award?

Yes No (do not submit the form)

POST NO:

CITY:

MEMBERSHIP:

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Dear Adjutant: In order to be eligible for an award, report forms must be executed for the various awards for which the Post is competing. The Post Adjutant, with the assistance of the Post Commander, has the responsibility to see that the report is properly executed for the various awards the Post is competing for and returned to Department Headquarters no later than JUNE 1. In preparing the report, answer “NO” if your Post does not engage in the particular activity. For activities the Post participates in, answer clearly and briefly and if an explanation is necessary, make it short, but don’t omit the important details. The certification form provided below must be completed to have your report eligible for consideration of an award.

CERTIFICATION FORM

For: A Program in Americanism This certifies that the programs described on the opposite side of this page have been conducted by Post No: Located at: City: Zip: Signature: Post Americanism Chairman

Certified by: Post Commander or Adjutant

Date:


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NOTE: Do not fail to attach clippings of activities and certified copies of receipts for money expended, together with any other evidence to substantiate your report, including photographs or any other activities not mentioned. 1. Campaign to “Get Out The Vote”:

2. Education in voting:

3. Memorial Day Program: How many cemeteries visited:

Number of Legion markers place on graves: Others:

4. Veterans Day Program: Was there a speaker:

Public: Post only:

5. Independence Day Program: Was there a speaker:

6. Number of other patriotic programs: Submit evidence.

7. Number of patriotic speakers furnished:

8. Patriotic instruction in school and to public:

9. Department American legion High School Oratorical Contest:

10. National Education Week Observance:

11. Flag codes framed and presented:

12. Number of Flag Codes distributed: To whom:

13. Number of flag books presented: To whom:

14. Flags presented: To whom:

15. Flag essay contest: How many written:

16. Education of flag etiquette and display: How:

17. How many patriotic films shown: List titles:

18. Citizenship classes promoted:

19. Naturalization Program: How many naturalized:

20. Local or County Government Day:

21. Any other Americanism or patriotic activity:

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Yes No (do not submit form)

POST NO:

CITY:

MEMBERSHIP:

Awarded annually to that Post of The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin whose membership is 151 or more, doing the most work in Americanism, providing the membership of that Post is no less than eighty percent of its membership of the preceding year.Awarded annually to that Post of The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin whose membership is 150 or less, doing the most work in Americanism, providing the membership of that Post is no less than eighty percent of its membership of the preceding

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Dear Adjutant: In order to be eligible for an award, report forms must be executed for the various awards for which the Post is competing. The Post Adjutant, with the assistance of the Post Commander, has the responsibility to see that the report is properly executed for the various awards the Post is competing for and returned to Department Headquarters no later than JUNE 1. In preparing the report, answer “NO” if your Post does not engage in the particular activity. For activities the Post participates in, answer clearly and briefly and if an explanation is necessary, make it short, but don’t omit the important details. The certification form provided below must be completed to have your report eligible for consideration of an award.

CERTIFICATION FORM



Date:


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NOTE: Be sure to attach clippings of activities and certified copies of receipts for money expended, together with any other evidence to substantiate your report, including photographs or any other activities not mentioned above. Check with your Adjutant, Service Officer, Historian and Committee Chairmen.

WHAT HAS YOUT POST ACCOMPLISHED IN PROMOTING OR PARTICIPATING IN

THE FOLLOWING CIVIC FUNCTIONS:

1. HEALTH:

2. EDUCATION:

3. SOCIAL WORK:

4. EMPLOYMENT:

5. RECREATION:

6. MUSIC:

7. BEAUTIFICATION OF TOWN OR CITY:

8. ENTERTAINMENT:

9. MEMORIALS:

10. YOUTH ACITVITIES:

11. MISCELLANEOUS:


Yes No (do not submit form)

Awarded annually to that Post in The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin accomplishing the greatest civic achievement for the preceding year. The above award to be awarded to the Post having a membership of 200 or more.

Awarded on the same basis as set forth above except it is to be awarded to the Post having a membership of between 15 and 199 inclusive.

POST NO:

CITY:

MEMBERSHIP:

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Dear Adjutant: To be eligible for awards, report forms must be executed for the various awards for which the Post is competing. The Post Adjutant, with the assistance of the Post Commander, has the responsibility to see that the report is properly executed for the various trophies, for which the Post is competing and returned to Department Headquarters no later than JUNE 1. In preparing the report, answer “NO” if your Post does not engage in the particular activity. For activities the Post participates, answer clearly and briefly and if an explanation is necessary, make it short, but don’t omit the important details. The certification form provided below must be completed for your post to be eligible for consideration of an award.

CERTIFICATION FORM For: A Program in Americanism This certifies that the programs described on the opposite side of this page have been conducted by Post No: Located at: City: Zip: Signature: Post Americanism Chairman


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To be awarded annually to the Post sponsoring the most intensive program of diversified sports.

NOTE: Do not fail to attach clippings of activities and certified copies of receipts for money expended, together with other evidence to substantiate your report, including photographs or any other activities not mentioned.

1. Did your Post sponsor American Legion Baseball?

2. Number of teams for local competition:

3. Total number of boys out for Baseball:

4. Was your team officially entered in State competition?

5. Give cost of Baseball to your Post for the year: $

6. Did your Post sponsor a Junior or Senior Hockey Team?

7. Did your Post sponsor a Bowling Team? Number:

8. How many teams did your Post enter in the Department Bowling Tournament:

9. Did your Post have Softball Teams? Number:

10. Did your Post Sponsor a Curling Team?

11. Was your team officially entered in Department Curling Bonspiel competition?

12. How many Post Golf Contests were sponsored for Legionnaires?

13. Did your Post team enter the Department Golf Tournament?

14. How many members of your Post entered the Department Golf Tournament?

15. Trapshooting?

16. Did your Post enter a Department Trapshooting Contest?

17. Publicity – Amount of publicity given your program will give points but clippings must be enclosed. NOTE: Publicity to be eligible must clearly identify American Legion sponsorship.

18. Other Athletic activities not listed (i.e., tennis, horseshoe, football, archery, basketball, swimming, etc.):

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POST NO:

CITY:

MEMBERSHIP:

Is your Post competing for this award? Yes No (do not submit form)

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Dear Adjutant: In order to be eligible for awards, report forms must be executed for the various awards for which the Post is competing. The Post Adjutant, with the assistance of the Post Commander, has the responsibility to see that the report is properly executed for the various awards the Post is competing for and returned to Department Headquarters no later than JUNE 1. In preparing the report, answer “NO” if your Post does not engage in the particular activity. For activities the Post participates in, answer clearly and briefly and if an explanation is necessary, make it short, but don’t omit the important details. The certification form provided below must be completed to have your report eligible for consideration of an award.

CERTIFICATION FORM



Date:


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AMERICAN LEGION SCHOOL AWARD PROGRAM


To be awarded annually to that Post of The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin, which has been outstanding in the promotion of The American legion School Award Program in its community.

NOTE: The judging will not be based entirely on the number of awards presented. Most consideration will be given to the method of presentation using suggestions contained in The American Legion School Award leaflet, which has been included in the Convention packet by the Department Americanism Committee. Do not fail to attach appropriate local newspaper clippings, pictures and other publicity regarding the presentation of the awards. Also attach Award Day or Commencement programs of schools, if available, which lists School Award presentation by The American Legion of the programs.

1. Total number of elementary and high schools in community, public/parochial:

2. Were all schools invited to participate in the program?

3. Number of schools actively participating in the program:

4. Total number of awards presented: (to boys to girls )

5. Were awards presented at a regular Award Day program?

6. Commencement program?

7. Who presented the awards? Post Commander: Americanism Chrm:

8. Other Post Officer (state which): Post member: 9. How many members of the Post participated in or were present during the program at which awards were presented? 10. Explain below how students, faculties and the entire community were familiarized with the program. Did Legionnaires

explain the program to the students and faculty members stressing the five traits of Honor, Courage, Scholarship, Leadership, and Service upon which the awards were to be made? Also, was suitable publicity in local papers arranged for, stressing that the sole purpose of the program was the cultivation of high character and wholesome ideals in youth approaching active citizenship?

11. Were recipients of awards selected by Post Committee guided by the recommendations of school administrator, faculty

members, and secret ballots cast by members of the graduation class?

12. Did publicity in newspapers and school programs clearly identify American Legion sponsorship of this School Award Program?

13. Other comments regarding your Post’s participation in this program not covered above:

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CITY:

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Dear Adjutant: In order to be eligible for awards, report forms must be executed for the various awards for which the Post is competing. The Post Adjutant, with the assistance of the Post Commander, has the responsibility to see that the report is properly executed for the various awards the Post is competing for and returned to Department Headquarters no later than JUNE 1. In preparing the report, answer “NO” if your Post does not engage in the particular activity. For activities the Post participates in, answer clearly and briefly and if an explanation is necessary, make it short, but don’t omit the important details. The certification form provided below must be completed to have your report eligible for consideration of an award.

CERTIFICATION FORM



Date:


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POST SERVICE OFFICER: Name: Address:

NOTE: If the County Service Officer is also the Post Service Officer, this report should be compiled on the basis of Post Activity alone.

1. No. of claims handled: No. of claimants contacted: 2. No. of veterans hospitalized: Other treatment secured:

3. Employment found: Job training opportunities found:

4. Number of veterans sent to Camp American Legion: 5. REHABILITATIVE EQUIPMENT: Does your Post have the following:

Hospital beds ______ Wheelchairs ________ Canes-crutches ________ Walkers ________

Oxygen Units ______ Ambulance or other Conveyance ______ Other _________________ 6. Did your Post conduct a “SERVICE NIGHT”? CAMP AMERICAN LEGION NIGHT? 7. SERVICE CLINIC? Other Post Activities? 8. No. of Military funerals conducted: U.S. Government Grave Markers Ordered:

Give short report of Post Activities as to Grave Registration, placement of Legion markers, etc. Does your Post maintain a Grave Registration Record?

9. Senior Citizens Activities: 10. Report on visitation to sick Veterans at home and in hospitals:

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Awarded annually to that Post in The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin doing the best service work and having a membership up to 199.

Awarded annually to that Post in The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin doing the best service work and having a membership of 200 or over.


POST NO:

CITY:

MEMBERSHIP:

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11. Report on Post activity on Welfare Projects, such as food baskets to needy, entertainment for hospitals,

or any similar projects, etc:

Post Funds Expended: $ ___

12. Did your Post contribute to HOSPITAL CHRISTMAS FUND? Amount: $ 13. Does your Post furnish canteen books to VA hospitalized members? ______ Amount: $

14. Explain what your Post is doing to aid veterans and dependents:

15. Report cooperation with County Service Officer:

16. What did your Post do to stimulate POPPY SALES?

17. What does your Post do to acquaint veterans with Federal and State benefits due them as war veterans?

NOTE: Please use a separate sheet to expand on any item or those not covered by questions. Let us have the story of your Post activity in all phases of Service work. Attach clippings etc.

Signed: ________________________________________ (Post Service Officer)

Certified: ________________________________________

(Post Commander)

THIS IS A MUST REPORT!


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MEMO TO: Post Adjutants SUBJECT: NATIONAL AMERICANISM AWARDS The Americanism Committee selects the winning Posts for the National Awards. The National Awards are: Certificate of Distinguished Service Certificate of Meritorious Service Americanism Citation The information on the Consolidated Post Report (CPR) form is used in the selections of National Awards; however, the committee would like to have you file a report to verify the work or elaborate on the programs that you have indicated on the Consolidated Post Report. You do not have to file a written report if you do not want to compete for National Awards. This report should be returned to headquarters on or before June 1, the same date as the CPR form is due. If you are submitting a written report, please attach this certification.

CERTIFICATION This certifies that the attached report verifies the work indicated on the Consolidated Post Report form. The programs were conducted by members of Post No: Address: City: Zip: Date: Post Americanism Chairman: Certified By: (Post Commander or Adjutant)




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“JOSEPH R. MEEKS GUNG-HO” ANNUAL AMERICANISM AWARD

The Chinese translation for “Gung-Ho” is “working together.” A recipient of this award, whether a member of The American Legion, Legion Auxiliary or a non-member, will have exhibited an effort in working with, and towards, any or all of the objectives and principles of the Department Americanism Committee: Community Service Activities Community Betterment Health and Hospital Activities Living Memorials Education Activities Flag Education Activities Youth Activities Boy or Girl State and/or Nation Oratorical Scouting Baseball Junior Shooting Sports Patriotic Holiday Programs Each District is eligible to submit the name and credentials of one nominee to the Department Adjutant’s office by June 1. The Adjutant will ensure that those nominee’s names and credentials are submitted for review and election to the Department Americanism Sub-Committee during the review of the Post Consolidated Reports. Department Headquarters will notify the selected award recipient, as well as his/her Post and District, of the time and location of the presentation. The Award will be in the form of a plaque and a framed citation.

Please return to: The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin

P.O. Box 388 Portage, WI, 53901

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“JOSEPH R. MEEKS GUNG-HO” ANNUAL AMERICANISM AWARD

CERTIFICATION FORM

This certifies that the below named person did work with, and towards, the objectives and principles of the Department Americanism Committee by (describe activities using additional pages as required):

CERTIFICATION Nominee’s Name: Address: City: Zip: Sponsored By: Post # , located at District # Signature: District Americanism Chairman

Certified by: District Commander or Adjutant


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CHILDREN & YOUTH REPORTING Each year Posts carry on many and varied programs dealing with Children & Youth. This program year encompasses the period of June 1 through May 31. The following offers information for the reporting of your Children & Youth activities during the past year and details awards available for reporting by Posts. We hope it will be helpful to you. In addition to completing the Annual Children & Youth Report and sending it to Department Headquarters by JUNE 1, it is imperative that the Consolidated Post Report form be sent to Department Headquarters. The Consolidated Post Report is the one that your Department Headquarters forwards to the National Headquarters.

NATIONAL CHILDREN & YOUTH REPORTING AWARDS

POST AWARDS – The National Commission on Children & Youth offers three different Post level Children & Youth Awards. They are:

ANNUAL CHILDREN & YOUTH CITATION This award is available to any Post upon certification by the Department Children & Youth Chairman that the Post has reported an outstanding Children & Youth program for the year. Citations are to be limited to those Posts truly deserving of such recognition.

SPECIAL CHILDREN & YOUTH CITATION This award is intended for the top Post, in one of four categories of membership in each District. The award given is for the most outstanding Children & Youth program, for the reporting year, conducted by a Post in one of the following categories of membership: Category 1 15 to 99 Members Category 2 100 to 299 Members Category 3 300 to 499 Members Category 4 500 Members & UP For more ideas and suggested programs see:

Appendix F ~ Page 2

Any Post considered for the Annual, Special, or Meritorious Service Awards must have completed the Consolidated Post Report Form and have submitted it to Department Headquarters no later than JUNE 1.

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CERTIFICATE OF MERITORIOUS SERVICE This is the top award issued by the National Commission on Children & Youth for meritorious work performed by a Post. It is available to the Post in one of four membership categories. The Post must have distinguished itself as having the best Children & Youth program in the Department in their category. Membership categories are the same as above.

DISTRICT AWARDS

The national Executive Committee has authorized one District reporting award.

NATIONAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

This award is given to those Districts achieving 100% Children & Youth reporting by the Posts in the District. Percentages of reporting are to be based solely on the Consolidated Post Report form.

STATE CHILDREN & YOUTH REPORTING AWARDS

Four (4) Plaques for Best Year-Round Program

Forty eight (48) District Citations Available

Category 1 15 – 99 Members Category 2 100 – 299 Members Category 3 300 – 499 Members Category 4 500 Members & UP

The Annual Children & Youth Report from a Post DOES NOT replace the Consolidated Post Report form. Every Post is urged to file the

Consolidated Post Report form and the Annual Children & Youth Report!

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INSTRUCTIONS TO THE POST CHILDREN & YOUTH (C&Y) CHAIRMAN:

1. Before completing this form, complete your section of the Consolidated Post Report (CPR) form.

2. Fill out this narrative report form.

3. Send this completed form, and any additional information, to your Department C&Y Chairman at Department Headquarters.

4. This narrative report form is NOT to be attached to the Consolidated Post Report. It is intended for the use of your Department Chairman in determining Post C&Y awards, and for substantiating to National Headquarters your Department's attainment of 100 percent Children & Youth Post narrative reporting.

5. In order to make your total report more effective, we recommend you make three copies - one for your file, and one to be mailed to both your District and Department C & Y Chairman.

TO THE DEPARTMENT CHILDREN & YOUTH CHAIRMAN:

1. This narrative report form should be very helpful in determining winners of various Children & Youth reporting awards and citations.

2. This form is for use within your Department. DO NOT FORWARD individual Post forms to National Headquarters.

3. It may be helpful to review the Consolidated Post Report for each narrative received. Together, they should provide a very accurate picture of each Post's particular Children & Youth Program.

4. Each question has been designated by a letter. The Department Chairman's reporting sheet references the same letters. It will be your job to transfer all information from the narrative form to the Chairman's reporting sheet.

5. For the purpose of 100% narrative reporting awards, National Headquarters will recognize this form. The decision to recognize this form in no way removes the responsibility of the Post for submitting the Consolidated Post Report form. As the Chairman of a major program within your Department, you should heartily encourage Posts to file the CPR.

6. In order to provide feedback to your Districts, you may wish to compile separate reports concerning narratives at the District level and mail those figures to the appropriate C&Y officers.

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Children & Youth Post Narrative Report Form

Post Name: Post No: District No: Present Membership: Address: City: State: Zip: Date: Signature:

1. Did your Post file a Consolidated Post Report form? Yes ______ No ______

2. Did your Post participate in any of the following National Children & Youth Program objectives?

____ Family Emphasis (National Family Week) ____ Child Safety (Drug Abuse Prevention: (Youth Suicide Prevention, etc.)

____ Children’s Miracle Network ____ Halloween Safety

____ Missing Children ____ April Is Children & Youth Month

____ Temporary Financial Assistance ____ Family Support Network

____ Special Olympics ____ Operation Military Kids

3. Estimate the number of volunteer service hours provided by the membership of your Post for the children and youth in your community. _______ hours

4. Please estimate the amount of money your Post has expended for administrative expenses for

Children & Youth overhead. (Postage, printing, conferences, travel, salaries, etc.). $

5. Use the remaining space on this sheet to describe, in detail, specific Children & Youth activities promoted by your Post. (Please attach extra sheets as needed) This section of the narrative is most important to your Department Children & Youth Committee in determining various awards.

See Appendix F ~ Page 3

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MEMORANDUM FOR DEPARTMENT ADJUTANT Date: Pursuant to the Department Constitution, I have examined the service record of each of the following officials who have been duly elected to serve American Legion Post ___________.

POSITION

NAME

DATE OF

ENLISTMENT

DATE OF

DISCHARGE

RANK AND

ORGANIZATION

SERIAL

NUMBER

Commander

Vice Commander

Vice Commander

Adjutant

Finance Officer

Service Officer

Chaplain

Judge Advocate

Historian

Sgt-at-Arms

I hereby certify that each of the above officials are eligible for membership in The American Legion and that their current year membership dues have been paid, and they have the consequent right to serve in an Official capacity.

Post Adjutant


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(Please type, Print Neatly or Attach a Computer generated list) Post No: Date Elected: Date Installed: District: Where Post mailing should be sent: Where meetings are held: Time:

Officer Name Address

Commander ______________________________________________________________________________________ Name Address

Phone: (_____)_____-___________ Email Address: ___________________________________________

Membership Chairman ______________________________________________________________________________________ Name Address


Vice Commander ______________________________________________________________________________________ Name Address






Adjutant ______________________________________________________________________________________ Name Address


Finance Officer ______________________________________________________________________________________ Name Address


Historian ______________________________________________________________________________________ Name Address


Chaplain ______________________________________________________________________________________ Name Address


Sergeant at Arms ______________________________________________________________________________________ Name Address




Service Officer ______________________________________________________________________________________ Name Address


Judge Advocate ______________________________________________________________________________________ Name Address



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(Please type, Print Neatly or Attach a Computer generated list)

Post No.: ________ Date Elected: _________ Date Installed: _________ District: ________

Chairman Name Address Americanism ______________________________________________________________________________________ Name Address


Athletic Officer ______________________________________________________________________________________ Name Address


Boy Scouts ______________________________________________________________________________________ Name Address


Camp American Legion ______________________________________________________________________________________ Name Address


Children & Youth ______________________________________________________________________________________ Name Address


Legislative ______________________________________________________________________________________ Name Address


Blood Donor ______________________________________________________________________________________ Name Address


Oratorical ______________________________________________________________________________________ Name Address


POW/MIA ______________________________________________________________________________________ Name Address


Public Relations ______________________________________________________________________________________ Name Address


S.A.L. ______________________________________________________________________________________ Name Address


Badger Boys State ______________________________________________________________________________________ Name Address


VA & R ______________________________________________________________________________________ Name Address


Shooting Sports ______________________________________________________________________________________ Name Address


Publicity/Newsletter ______________________________________________________________________________________ Name Address



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MEMORANDUM FOR DEPARTMENT ADJUTANT Date: Pursuant to the Department Constitution, I have examined the service record of each of the following officials who have been duly elected to serve ___________________ County.

POSITION

NAME

DATE OF

ENLISTMENT

DATE OF

DISCHARGE

RANK AND

ORGANIZATION

SERIAL

NUMBER

Commander

Vice Commander

Vice Commander

Adjutant

Finance Officer

Service Officer

Chaplain

Judge Advocate

Historian

Sgt-at-Arms


County Adjutant


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(Please type, Print Neatly or Attach a Computer generated list) County: Date Elected: ________ Date Installed: ________ District:

Where meetings are held: _____________________________________ Time:





























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(Please type, Print Neatly or Attach a Computer generated list) County: Date Elected: ________ Date Installed: _________ District: _________





















S.A.L. ______________________________________________________________________________________ Name Address




VA & R ______________________________________________________________________________________ Name Address





Phone: (_____)_____-___________ Email Address: ___________________________________________ See Appendix E ~ Page 23

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MEMORANDUM FOR DEPARTMENT ADJUTANT Date: Pursuant to the Department Constitution, I have examined the service record of each of the following officials who have been duly elected to serve the ________ District.

POSITION

NAME

DATE OF

ENLISTMENT

DATE OF

DISCHARGE

RANK AND

ORGANIZATION

SERIAL

NUMBER

Commander

Vice Commander

Vice Commander

Adjutant

Finance Officer

Service Officer

Chaplain

Judge Advocate

Historian

Sgt-at-Arms


District Adjutant


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(Please type, Print Neatly or Attach a Computer generated list) District No: ________ Date Elected: _________________ Date Installed:

Where meetings are held: ____________________________________ Time:





























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District No: ________ Date Elected: _________________ Date Installed: _________________





















S.A.L. ______________________________________________________________________________________ Name Address




VA & R ______________________________________________________________________________________ Name Address





Phone: (_____)_____-___________ Email Address: ____________________________________________


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DONATION FORM

Department of Wisconsin Phone: 715-277-2510 Camp American Legion Fax: 715-277-3425 8529 W. County Road D E-mail [email protected] Lake Tomahawk, Wisconsin 54539

Post Unit ________ of ____________________________________________________ Number City, State Zip Code

wishes to donate $ ______________ to Camp American Legion, to be used for: ____________ ______________________________________________________________________________ state purpose or restrictions

________________________ ___________________________ Signature Position

MAKE ALL CHECKS PAYABLE TO DEPARTMENT OF WISCONSIN

For information on projects and opportunities for Giving, please contact the Camp Director at 1-715-277-2510.


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TAX INFORMATION AND REQUIREMENTS

Tax Exempt Status: Federal Tax Regulation require every subordinate American Legion Post that is obligated to file an Annual Information Return, Form 990, or if they maintain a bank account, must have an Employer Identification Number (EIN). The American Legion is a tax-exempt under Section 501(c) (19) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954, as amended. Every Post needs to obtain as Employer Identification Number from the government. All newly chartered Posts receive an SS-4 form in the New Post Packet, prepared/sent by National. The instructions should be closely followed in completing/submitting the SS-4 form. When you receive the Post EIN, send a copy of the number and the Inclusion Letter (also in the packet) to Department & National Headquarters so the Post may be listed as a tax-exempt charter of The American Legion. A listing of all new Posts is sent to IRS September 30th each year. Your bank and various vendors will also need this number - Protect it. (Post Adjutant’s Manual) TAXES Each American Legion Post has a responsibility to determine the extent of its tax liability and forms and reports it should file. All posts should file each year a Form 990 - Annual Information Return. Each Department and Post of The American Legion is required to furnish its Group Exemption Number (GEN) at the time of filing it form 990. The GEN assigned to The American Legion and its subordinates is 0925. Accordingly, when each Department and Post of The American Legion files its Form 990, it should insert in Heading, Item G of the form, the number 0925. Further, Federal Tax Regulation requires that every subordinate unit filing the Annual Information Return must have an EMPLOYER IDENTIFICATION NUMBER, which can be obtained by filing IRS Form SS-4. (Post Adjutant’s Manual)

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Department Commander / Officer Visit IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT:

1. The Commander is given the privilege of selecting the time of his appearance. 2. No other Department Officer appear on the program before the Commander with the exception that at a District Conference, the Department Adjutant and/or the Department Service Officer may give a short report before the Commander. (Reason: The Department Commander, as titular head of the organization, outlines the program which should be followed by the District, County, or Post and by the various committee chairmen. Under such circumstances, he is the keynote speaker and as such, he sets the tone for the program.) 3. The Commander should be met by a person charged with the responsibility of looking after the needs and comfort of the Commander. He should be conversant with the details of the function and not leave the Commander by him or herself. 4. Meals and hotel accommodations for the Commander and his/her spouse, if it is necessary to stay overnight, will be paid for by the post. 5. Those courtesies which are usually extended to a visitor in your home, must be accorded the Commander, and the host organization must make every effort to see that such amenities are extended. 6. A “Request for a Visit by the Department Commander or Department Officer” form must be filled out and submitted to Department Headquarters as a proper invitation.

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Date of event: City:

Occasion:

Type of appearance: (Post, County, District Meeting/Luncheon Club/ Civic Affair/ Other)

Location of event: (Post, Civic Building, Local Supper Club, etc.)

Address:

Time of appearance:

Who will compose the audience? (Legionnaires/Auxiliary/General Public/Youth Group/Other)

Will the Commander be the main speaker? YES NO How long will he/she be speaking?

Will he/she function in other capacities?

Does the event include the commander’s spouse? YES NO

Is the event a dinner, luncheon or other gathering?

Type of attire: (Uniform Blazer and Legion Cap - Suit and Legion Cap or Legion Polo and Legion Cap)

Type of attire for commander’s spouse: (Formal/Semi-Formal/Casual)

If the Department Commander cannot accept your invitation, do you want a Department Vice Commander? YES NO

Is the Department Historian welcome to attend? YES NO What news media will be present? Newspaper Press Radio TV Other

Press conference arranged? YES NO

Name of person who will meet the commander:

Other information that will be of assistance: Note: Protocol dictates that meals and hotel accommodations for the commander and his wife will be paid for by the post.

____________________________________ ______________________ ______ __________________ Name of Post County District Phone Number

_________________________ __________________________________________ ___________________ County Commander’s Name Address: Phone Number:

________________________________________ Name of person extending the invitation Signature

________________________ _____________________________________________________________ Phone number Address


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Sons of The American Legion Detachment of Wisconsin

P.O. Box 388 Portage WI 53901-0388

608-745-1090 Fax 608-745-0179 Web Site www.wisal.org Email [email protected]

Sons of The American Legion The Sons of The American Legion was born during the 1930’s in the midst of the Great Depression. The establishment of The Sons of The American Legion as a non-profit, non-sectarian civilian organization, was authorized by action of The American Legion’s 14th National Convention in Portland Oregon; September 12-15, 1932. The 1933 National Convention officially changed the name of the Organization to “The Sons of The American Legion,” authorized use of the abbreviation “S.A.L” (pronounced S.A.L., not SAL), and levied an annual membership dues of 25 cents. American Legion Program The Sons of The American Legion has been defined as a legal, self-sustaining program of The American Legion, authorized by resolution. The National Constitution of The Sons of The American Legion provides for finances and revenues derived from annual membership dues. Recognition The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin, officially recognizes the organization known as The Sons of The American Legion, in its Constitution and By-Laws. Sons of The American Legion, Detachment of Wisconsin The Sons of The American Legion, Detachment of Wisconsin, is duly organized and located at The American Legion Department of Wisconsin Headquarters in Portage Wisconsin. A detailed “History of the Sons of The American Legion”, a state map of Districts is available at the Detachment Headquarters. Literature pertaining to S.A.L activities, membership, and programs can also be obtained there and on the Internet at www.wisal.org . Squadron Organization The Sons of The American Legion Squadrons shall be organized under the jurisdiction of the Local Post of The American Legion, and shall bear the name and number of the Post. There shall be no more than one Squadron sponsored by each American Legion Post. Those who desire to form a Squadron shall make application for a charter to the local Post of the American Legion in the area in which they reside. The minimum membership for the formation of a Squadron shall be ten (10). Squadrons may be organized into sections based upon age. Who Belongs – Eligibility All male descendants, adopted sons and stepsons of members of The American Legion; and such male descendants of veterans who died in service during World War I, World War II, Korean War, Vietnam War, Lebanon & Granada, Panama, Persian Golf War or Iraqi war; during the delimiting periods set forth in Article IV, Section 1, of the National Constitution of The American Legion; or who died subsequent to their honorable discharge from such service; shall be eligible for membership in the Sons of The American Legion. There shall be no form or class of membership except an active membership.

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Administrative Program Manual Issued by the Detachment of Wisconsin, this manual provides all of the administrative procedures and reporting forms necessary to properly administer the day to day activities of a chartered Sons of The American Legion Squadron.

American Legion Post Sons of The American Legion Squadron Advisor The Department Constitution and By-Laws requires the Post Commander of an American Legion Post sponsoring a Sons of The American Legion Squadron, to appoint a committee of three or more members, to supervise the activities of their Squadron. Note: One of these committee members shall be designated “Squadron Advisor” and be listed on the S.A.L Squadron Officers Report.

American Legion Department, Sons of The American Legion Chairman The Department Commander of the Wisconsin American Legion shall appoint a committee of five members to be known as “Detachment Headquarters of The Sons of The American Legion”. Two members are to be from the ranks of The Sons of The American Legion; while the committee chairman and two remaining members will be from the ranks of The American Legion. Note: The Chairman of said committee shall serve as a member of The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin Americanism Committee.

American Legion District, Sons of The American Legion Coordinator District Commanders are strongly urged to appoint a coordinator for the purpose of overseeing Sons of The American Legion activities. It is recommended that coordinators give reports of their activities at District Conferences.

American Legion County, Sons of The American Legion Chairman County Commanders are to appoint a Sons of The American Legion Chairman, to oversee the activities, membership, and programs of the Sons of The American Legion within their County, and report to the County Council Meetings. S.A.L. Involvement It is further recommended that the Sons of The American Legion Squadrons be invited to attend District, County Council and Post Conferences and Meetings. S.A.L. attendance at these activities would greatly enhance the relationship between our organizations as well as improve the visibility of the Sons of The American Legion amongst the Legionnaires. Detachment Scholarship A $1000 Scholarship, know as the “Wisconsin Detachment, Sons of The American Legion Scholarship”, may be awarded annually to a current Detachment S.A.L. member, in good standing, application deadline is April 31. Contact Detachment Headquarters for an application packet. Starting A New Squadron For information on “How to Charter a Sons of The American Legion Squadron” after reading this, you may contact The American Legion Headquarters for a Squadron Start up Packet (Attachment 1, page K4- K5). Squadron Officers Report Form Is to be used to report the Squadron Officers, Advisors, County and District Chairmen. This information is used for Detachment Mailings and Membership Contacts (Attachment 2, page K-6 K-7). Squadron Roster This is a list of the Sons of The American Legion Squadrons currently chartered in Wisconsin, meeting and dues information. For a list of Past Squadrons contact Headquarters. (Attachment 3, page K-8 K-9)

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HOW TO CHARTER A SONS OF THE AMERICAN LEGION SQUADRON

The Post Commander, with the approval of the members, should appoint a committee of not less than three members to investigate the possibility of organizing an S.A.L. Squadron within the Post. The committee should obtain all available information on the Sons of The American Legion from: Sons of The American Legion. P.O. Box 388, Portage, WI 53901. 608-745-1090 The committee should survey the Post Membership to ascertain the number of sons, stepsons, adopted sons, grandsons, great grandsons, etc, eligible for membership in the Sons of The American Legion. Remember, there is no age limit. The Post should call a meeting, preferably a Veteran and Sons affair, to discuss the possibility of forming a squadron. Choose someone that is involved in the Sons of The American Legion as a speaker, they can provide info about the organization and its activities. It might also be a good idea to invite an S.A.L. Detachment (State) Officer to talk to your group also. If there is an interest, the Organization Committee should ask the post to name an S.A.L. Committee consisting of a Chairman and two other interested members from the ranks of the Legion, and two eligible S.A.L. members. The committee should develop a program covering at least six months, and establish a regular meeting day and time. The S.A.L. should meet in the Post home, and all meetings must be conducted by the guidelines in the Sons of The American Legion Squadron Handbook. At the first meeting of the Sons of The American Legion Squadron, the Charter Application should be completed and sent to Department Headquarters. Be sure all four copies of the application are properly completed and signed. Also, the committee should select a temporary staff of officers that will serve for a three month period, after which a regular election can be scheduled. The Charter Application will then be forwarded by Department Headquarters to National Headquarters for preparation of the Charter. This can take about four weeks. Upon receipt of the Charter at Department Headquarters membership cards will be prepared and sent to the Post Commander. At this time, membership dues can be collected from the eligible members. The membership cards should then be completed and returned to Department Headquarters along with the proper remittance. After the cards have been received at Department Headquarters, the Charter can then be sent to the Squadron. A ceremony should be planned for the purpose of presenting the Squadron Charter, initiating the new members, and installing the Squadron Officers. This can be conducted by your Post officer, by some

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American Legion Ceremonial Group, or by the ranking Sons of The American Legion Officer in your area. The S.A.L. Committee, along with the Squadron Officers, should plan the meeting and the squadron programs for the next year. The S.A.L. Committee should prepare a report for each Post meeting outlining the accomplishments and goals of the Squadron. The Post should notify the Squadron of all upcoming events, such as parades, Memorial Services, and other functions of the Post in which the Squadron could take part. The Squadron should make itself useful in performing tasks that will assist the Post. All efforts should be made to encourage Squadron Members to actively participate in all County, District, and Detachment functions. In areas where there is no County or District organization, try to organize one. Also, stress the importance of attending the Detachment Conventions and Workshops. Squadron Start – Up Packet - Application for Squadron Charter #00-401 (qty 1) - Instructions How to Complete the Charter Application (qty 1) - A New Squadron – The Key to Success (qty 1) - Activities – Programs A Suggested Plan (qty 1) - Membership Applications #00-001 (qty 10 minimum) - Sons of The American Legion #00-002 (qty 3) - Veterans Affairs & Rehabilitation #00-003 (qty 3) - Our Flag, Our Nation, Our Future #00-005 (qty 3) - Why I Belong #00-008 (qty 3) - Are You A Son-poster #00-014 (qty 3) - Manual of Ceremony and Prayer #00-199 (qty 1) - Squadron Handbook #00-200 (qty 1) - A New Squadron #00-203 (qty 2)

Other forms available - Renewal Notice #00-006 - Member Data Form #00-007

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WISCONSIN SONS OF THE AMERICAN LEGION

Squadron Officer Information Form (Please Print)

Information to be published on our website

Squadron #: _______ District #: _________ County _________________

Squadron Name:

Squadron Address:

City, State, and Zip:

Squadron Phone #: (____) ______-_______ Squadron E-mail:

Annual Dues: $__________ Meeting Date: _________ Meeting Time:

Address of Meeting Location:

Squadron Contact person:

Address:

Phone #: (____) _______-_________ E-mail: _____________________________________________

Information for our Detachment Mailings

Squadron Commander:

Address:

Phone #: (____) _______-_________ E-mail:

Phone #: (____) ______-___________ E-mail:

Squadron Advisor:

Address:

Phone #: (____) _______-__________ E-mail:

Mail Membership Cards to:

Person submitting this Form (print):

Please return this form to the Sons of The American Legion, P.O. Box 388, Portage, WI 53901

For Updated Forms:


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Hospital Donation Form

Donation From Date

Donation To Amount

Zablocki VA Medical Center Tomah VA Medical Center William S. Middleton VA Medical Center Minneapolis VA Medical Center Iron Mountain VA Medical Center WI Veteran’s Home-King WI Veteran’s Home-Union Grove Hayward VA Clinic Chippewa Falls VA Clinic Rice Lake VA Clinic Twin Ports VA Clinic

* Make checks payable to: The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin *

Total Donation

Mail To: The American Legion Department of Wisconsin P.O. Box 388 Portage, WI 53901-0388


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The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin Recipient of the 2010 Lenker National Service Award

VETERANS AFFAIRS AND REHABILITATION REPORT

FORM Please Type, Print neatly or attach a computer generated form and return to Headquarters by June 1.

POST NAME POST # DISTRICT #

1. Do you have a Post Service Officer (PSO)? Yes No

2. Number of Veterans assisted by your PSO.

3. Do you have medical equipment to loan to veterans? Yes No

4. Do you have medical equipment to loan to veterans’ dependents? Yes No

5. Do you have activities and/or programs to help homeless veterans? Yes No

6. Number of veterans for whom you have found employment.

7. Number of veterans for whom you have found training opportunities.

8. Does your Post provide Military Funeral Honors? Yes No

9. Number of regularly scheduled volunteers that contribute to VA Voluntary Service (VAVS) Programs.

10. Number of regularly scheduled hours contributed to VA Voluntary Service (VAVS) Programs.

11. Number of occasional volunteers that contributed to VAVS Programs.

12. Number of occasional volunteer hours contributed to VAVS Programs.

13. Give a short report on any Post activities within the VAVS Program at local VA health care facilities, State facilities or other facilities.

14. What does your Post do to encourage and support Youth Volunteers?

15. Are Post funds contributed at local VA health care facilities? Yes/Amount No

16. Are Post Funds contributed in rehabilitation related activities? Yes/Amount No

17. Does your Post newsletter have a regular column by your Post Service Officer? Yes No


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