Thank you letter from a Boys State 2026 recipient

Note: The following correspondence is from Boys State 2026 recipient Aiden Dela Cruz to Post 1282 Boys State chairman Frank Pedagno and North Bellmore American Legion Treasurer Bill Morris.

Dear Mr. Morris, Mr. Pedagno and all members of American Legion Post 1282.

I am extremely grateful for this opportunity to be at Boys State.  Thank you so much for believing in me and sponoring me.for this prestigious program.  I will do my best to live up to the expectation you all have for me.

I hope to develop leadership skills and learn about my civic duties during my time here.  I would like to say that this program wil have a big impact on my future and I am extremely excited to take part in Boys State.

Lastly, I'd like to reiterate my appreciation in your belief in me, and it is a great honor for me to even be in attendance at Boys State.  I will do my best to make the most of this opportunity and represent our community.

Sincerely,

Aiden Dela Cruz

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Thank you letter from a Americanism 2026 award winner

Note: The following correspondence is between Americanism 2026 award winner Liana Melaccio from the St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Regional School and Americanisn award chairman Frank Pedagno concerning the Americanism awards for 2026.

Dear Mr. Frank Pedagno,

Thank you so much, I am truly honored to have received the citation and Medal for excellence in Americanism.  I will carry this recognition as a reminder of my responsibility to be a good American citizen.  I truly am so honored and will for ever remember this recognition.

Sincerely,

Liana Melaccio

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Post Officer Postions Needed

Dear Veteran,

Are you interested in making a difference in our community. Our Post is looking to fill a number of Post Officer positions for the 2026 - 2027 American Legion Fiscal Year. Namely, we are in need of a Post Commander. If you are interested in making a difference in our community please contact me at 516-521-6989 or email me at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . For God and Country.

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