The Thurmont Lions Club’s Essay Contest Winners

The Thurmont Lions Club recently held its annual essay contest. There were a total of 35 essay entries. The winning essays were as follows:

Elementary School (Grades 1-5): What if the Declaration of Independence had a secret code leading to hidden treasure? Where do you think it would be hidden and why? 

The winner was Silas Wahl. Silas is in the fifth grade at Sabillasville Environmental School.

Middle School (Grades 6-8): Imagine you are a colonist. Write what you think about the Declaration of Independence. 

The winner was Julia Marl. Julia is in the eighth grade at Sabillasville Environmental School. Julia’s essay came in first place at the Lions Club District 22W. She received her special award at the District Meeting on March 28.

Congratulations to Silas and Julia.

Pictured from left are Julia Marl, Lion Maxine Troxell, and Silas Wahl.