MONTH OF THE MILITARY CHILD 2023
MONTH OF THE MILITARY CHILD CONTEST WINNERS (aGES 0-5)
1. Marley E.
1. Marley E.
1. Marley E.
Marley is clinging tightly to her dad’s dog tags that he has worn during his two deployments since she was born.
2. Jaxon S.
1. Marley E.
1. Marley E.
Jaxon traveled to Grafton National Cemetery to honors those who served during Wreaths Across America.
3. Adak R.
1. Marley E.
3. Adak R.
Adak getting ready for his first PCS. Packing the important things first.
MONTH OF THE MILITARY CHILD CONTEST WINNERS (aGES 6-12)
1. Cheyenne M.
1. Cheyenne M.
1. Cheyenne M.
This photo collage includes multiple community events Cheyenne has been a part of. Centered on the collage is Cheyenne's very own community service platform inaction called "My First Duffel Bag." She runs donation drives at her school and in the community to fill duffel bags with all items needed for recruits to take to basic training. Sh
This photo collage includes multiple community events Cheyenne has been a part of. Centered on the collage is Cheyenne's very own community service platform inaction called "My First Duffel Bag." She runs donation drives at her school and in the community to fill duffel bags with all items needed for recruits to take to basic training. She participated in collecting donations and putting together Easter baskets (over 50 baskets) that were delivered to Arkansas Children's Hospital. She supported Toys for Tots in an archery tournament and supported a canned food drive for the University of Arkansas. She ran a Kindness Challenge at her school, collected and donated school supplies to Operation Home Front's Back to School, and ran a winter clothing drive at school. Teamed up with National Guard Instructors, students dropped their can pop tabs into a water jug and delivered it to the Ronald McDonald House.
2. Peighton S.
1. Cheyenne M.
1. Cheyenne M.
Peighton moved from Guam to Virginia five years ago. Her mom’s permanent change of station summer move from an island to the East Coast was a huge culture shock, but it taught her how to become a resilient military daughter. At age 10, she joined Taekwondo as a beginner white belt student. Through the ranks she now earned a 2nd degree bl
Peighton moved from Guam to Virginia five years ago. Her mom’s permanent change of station summer move from an island to the East Coast was a huge culture shock, but it taught her how to become a resilient military daughter. At age 10, she joined Taekwondo as a beginner white belt student. Through the ranks she now earned a 2nd degree black belt. Her personal goal is never quit! She has competed innumerous demonstration events in the National and State levels. Peighton gives back to the community by volunteering numerous hours in local schools and dojang. She enjoys helping other students like herself with training, sharing words of encouragement and help boost their confidence by demonstrating the “I can do it and never give up” attitude. She has received numerous awards to include the President’s Volunteer Award. She is disciplined, displays trust, and respects others. Peighton’s passion and a leader in Taekwondo has helped her remain positive and calm– a reflection of a true military kid!!!
3. Waverlee C.
1. Cheyenne M.
3. Waverlee C.
This is the first photo in a personal series called The Yellow Ribbon Project. We’ve emphasized the importance of a yellow ribbon throughout my husband’s deployment. How fortunate we are to empathize with other families as they navigate deployment. How small stories like ours weave together the fabric of the American Soldier and their family. Past, present and future.
MONTH OF THE MILITARY CHILD CONTEST WINNERS (aGES 13-18)
1. Jonathan S
3. Thaddeus S.
1. Jonathan S
Our son, a Cadet Lieutenant Colonel with the Civil Air Patrol: Kansas Wing, was selected by the Wing Commander to lead a ceremonial cadet flight at the Adjutant General of Kansas’ Transfer of Authority alongside the KS Air and Army National Guard on 1April 2023. Based on his outstanding leadership within the Wing and the pride in his fath
Our son, a Cadet Lieutenant Colonel with the Civil Air Patrol: Kansas Wing, was selected by the Wing Commander to lead a ceremonial cadet flight at the Adjutant General of Kansas’ Transfer of Authority alongside the KS Air and Army National Guard on 1April 2023. Based on his outstanding leadership within the Wing and the pride in his father’s service under command of the TAG he rose to the challenge. Leading15 cadets and one-color bearer through the ceremonial formation to include a Pass and Review.
2. Mathias H.
3. Thaddeus S.
1. Jonathan S
Being a kid of a military parent can have so many benefits. A few of them being to take responsibility for yourself and your actions, to be an example, to be disciplined and dependable.. as a young man of the house whose father is a soldier, he's had to accept the challenge of stepping up when dad's been gone. This picture of him being a
Being a kid of a military parent can have so many benefits. A few of them being to take responsibility for yourself and your actions, to be an example, to be disciplined and dependable.. as a young man of the house whose father is a soldier, he's had to accept the challenge of stepping up when dad's been gone. This picture of him being a patient &trustworthy big brother in action is truly a representation of some of the qualities he's learned while being an Army Guard kid.
3. Thaddeus S.
3. Thaddeus S.
3. Thaddeus S.
Thaddeus started to train with his dad Jeremy to run a 10k. He’s never run before outside of baseball and tackle football. Even when he did not want to he would go out for a nightly run. This photo is the photo taken by the Gatorade group who sponsored the run on the beach in El Salvador of Thaddeus and his dad Jeremy after the run.
NATIONAL MONTH OF THE MILITARY CHILD CONTEST INFORMATION
ARNG Child & Youth Services wants to recognize how your child is rising to the challenge of being a military kid or ways they are giving back and making our world a better place.
The national photo contest is open to National Guard children ages newborn to high school seniors. One winner will be chosen from each of the following age categ
ARNG Child & Youth Services wants to recognize how your child is rising to the challenge of being a military kid or ways they are giving back and making our world a better place.
The national photo contest is open to National Guard children ages newborn to high school seniors. One winner will be chosen from each of the following age categories: 0-5 years, 6-12 years & 13-18 years.
Contest has closed for this year