The Barre Lodge of Elks #1535 recognized Gregory Silk of Barre, Vermont as the Jr ROTC Student of the Month. The Grand Lodge Activities Committee introduced this program in 2018 to recognize outstanding high school students enrolled in the Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps. Selection criteria for the award includes leadership attributes, academic achievement community service and maintaining the highest standards of performance in all JROTC fields. Greg was presented a medallion, certificate and American Flag.
Greg attends Spaulding High School as a member of the Class of 2019. Upon his graduation in January, Greg plans to enlist in the United States Air Force.
In his nomination, his instructors stated Greg has exemplified the JROTC Cadet Creed by conducting himself to bring credit to his family, country, school and the corps of cadets. He is loyal and patriotic and is the future of the USA. He is a good citizen and patriot and will always be prepared to uphold the Constitution of the American way of life.
Greg, and his family, were guests of Barre Lodge #1535 for the presentation made by Robert Campo, Lodge Secretary and Phil Delia, Lodge Youth Activities Chair.
Greg Silk
Bob Campo, Greg Silk and Phil Delia
Barb Watters, ER, Heather Silk, Miles Silk Jr., Gregory Silk, Courtney LaRose
with Ezio Silk, Jesse James and Phil Delia.