Unknown Soldier

I believe that getting the chance to lay a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington Cemetery would be a tremendous honor. Guarding the tomb is one of the highest military honors, but I also think it is a great honor to get to represent your school to remember those who have lost their lives.
One major reason I want to lay the wreath is because I have several family members that have been in the military. Fortunately, I have been lucky to have my family come home to me alive and known. My Uncle served his terms in the Air Force, Great Uncle served in Vietnam building and repairing bridges, my Grandpa was drafted into the army, and my Great Grandpa served in World War II where he was awarded the Purple Heart. My family has served their time and now I think it is my time to serve to those who have fallen.
Another reason this means so much to me is because I feel like I need to honor those who have fallen because they died to save
I show school spirit in many ways. I am in Student Council, Yearbook Club, Pep Club, and I am in cross country, track and swim. I try to go to all the home sporting events such as football, basketball, and baseball and try to make it to as many away games as I can. I participate in all the hallway decorating contests and I recently represented my school in the pep sessions. I am a straight A student and last year I earned the music, health, Presidential, and Principal awards at the honors banquet. I am also active in church. I go to religion every week and I am currently trying to be able to go on the mission trip coming up later this year. I participate in the math and English bowls and I am in all the honors classes. I think all of this shows good school spirit and that I am a good representative of my