SPECIAL TO: The Trempealeau County Times

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Monday, April 4, 2016

CONTACT:
Ella Koch 608-206-6629
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GOOD CITIZEN AWARD PRESENTED TO AARON BENSON OF ARCADIA

HIGH SCHOOL
EAU CLAIREAaron Benson, son of Norman and Marcia
Benson of Arcadia, was presented the Good Citizen Award from
the Eau Claire Chapter of the Daughters of the American
Revolution (DAR) at a ceremony on Monday, April 4, 2016, at
the Chippewa Valley Museum in Eau Claire. This award is given
to a high school senior who excels academically, participates in
extracurricular activities, and is active in the community.
Benson is the class of 2016 president, has been a member of
National Honor Society for two years, is captain of the football
and wrestling team, and participates in track and field as well as baseball. He volunteers
his time by coaching youth flag football and helping finish the turf field in Arcadia. He
plants to major in kinesiology or exercise science in order to work with professional
athletes to motivate and push them to their full potential.
Many high schools in the greater Chippewa Valley selected a Good Citizen. These
nominees are a group of outstanding students who are highly active in extracurricular
activities and community projects. DAR members are proud to recognize these
exceptional students.
About the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) The
DAR, founded in 1890, is a volunteer womens service organization dedicated to keeping
America strong by promoting patriotism, preserving U.S. history, and supporting
education programs. Todays DAR members fund local scholarships, pioneer historic
restorations, and lead volunteer projects in their communities.
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