Missouri students were invited to submit a letter explaining why they are proud to be an American. A panel at the Missouri Capitol reviewed all submissions and selected 10 letters to receive the Lieutenant Governor’s Award for American Patriotism.
Congratulations to Kindergarten Student Elli Jackson! Elli is in Ms. McDonald’s class. She has a big heart and a hilarious sense of humor, always knowing exactly how to lift people up and keep them laughing. As an aspiring gymnast, she thrives on the challenge of mastering new skills and staying active. When she’s not perfecting the latest TikTok dance, she’s usually "consulting" on her dad’s latest business decisions. Between her kind spirit and her sense of humor, she simply makes life better for everyone around her.