Worcester Preparatory School Students Earn Top Honors in American Legion Americanism Essay Contest

4/14/2026

Berlin, MD – Worcester Preparatory School (WPS) proudly congratulates fourth-grade students Carson Kenton, Wesley Weeth, and Casey Heun for their outstanding achievements in this year’s Ladies Auxiliary American Legion Post #123 Americanism Essay Contest.

Hosted annually by the American Legion Auxiliary, the Americanism Essay Contest invites students in grades 3–12 to reflect on the meaning of patriotism and what it means to be an American. The program engages thousands of students nationwide, encouraging a lifelong respect for the nation’s values, history, and those who have served to protect its freedoms.

This year’s theme, “Celebrating America’s 250th Birthday and the Veterans who Fought for Our Freedom,” inspired thoughtful and meaningful submissions from participants.

At the district level, Carson Kenton earned 1st place, Wesley Weeth received 2nd place, and Casey Heun was awarded 3rd place. All three students were recognized for their accomplishments during a ceremony held last week.

WPS is an independent, college prep day school for Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12 students. Located in Berlin, Maryland, the private school attracts an average of 500 students from Maryland, Delaware, and Virginia. For more information, please visit www.worcesterprep.org or call 410.641.3575.

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Pictured are this year’s WPS winners of the annual Ladies Auxiliary American Legion Post #123 Americanism Essay Contest. Pictured from the left are Carson Kenton (Rehoboth Beach, DE), who earned 1st place, Wesley Weeth (Rehoboth Beach, DE), who received 2nd place, and Casey Heun (Ocean City, MD), who was awarded 3rd place.
Pictured are this year’s WPS winners of the annual Ladies Auxiliary American Legion Post #123 Americanism Essay Contest. Pictured from the left are 4th grade teacher Mrs. Kim Jankowski, Casey Heun (Ocean City, MD), who was awarded 3rd place, Wesley Weeth (Rehoboth Beach, DE), who received 2nd place, Carson Kenton (Rehoboth Beach, DE), who earned 1st place, and Head of Lower School Mr. Travis Bower.

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Worcester Preparatory School

508 South Main Street, Berlin, MD 21811

Phone: 410-641-3575 | Fax: 410-641-3586

Celebrating 50 years, WPS is an independent, college prep day school for Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12 students. Located in Berlin, Maryland, the private school attracts an average of 500 students from Maryland, Delaware and Virginia.