Matt Ventrella is tops in VFW Voice of Democracy Essay Contest
| 12 Mar 2015 | 03:15
From left, the winners of the VFW Voice of Democracy Essay Contest, are Matt Ventrella, John Gomez and Andrea Literio.
Andrea Literio, John Gomez and Matt Ventrella were congratulated by the school board and members of the VFW for being the top three finishers in the Voice of Democracy Essay Contest. They are seen here with Patrick Loughman and Bill Johnson of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7198.
Matt Ventrella, who placed first in the VFW Voice of Democracy, read his essay to the school board at a recent meeting.
WEST MILFORD — The winners of the VFW Voice of Democracy Essay Contest were acknowledged at a recent board of education meeting.
Patrick Loughman of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7198 and VFW District Commander Bill Johnson congratulated first place winner Matt Ventrella, John Gomez who came in second and Andrea Literio, who placed third. Each received a plaque and a check from the VFW. The winners also received certificates of recognition for their achievements from the West Milford School District, presented by Interim Superintendent Anthony Riscica.