ILSSAR Programs & Awards
One of the most rewarding aspects of the Illinois SAR is its recognition of and rewarding of excellence, achievement and outstanding citizens. This occurs in many ways, such as scholarships, medals, and certificates.
Past Year's Recipients 2015 ~ Police Officer Benjamin Jones Fire Fighter Douglas Roosevelt . 2014 ~ Detective Nicole Bruno, Acting Captain Steven Zimmerman, Engineer Steven Petrovics, Engineer Lance Benedict, Firefighter/Paramedic Rodney Williams 2010 ~ James S. Lopez 2005 ~ Jerry O'meara, Law Enforcement 2002 ~ Mark Fleischhauer, Law Enforcement 2000 ~ Don Carter, Law Enforcement 1998 ~ Mrs Kenyne Vincent, Law Enforcement 1996 ~ Richard Mills, Law Enforcement 1986 ~ James Partridge, Hero Medal 1983 ~ Walter Riebling, Law Enforcement 1980 ~ Ronald P. Adams, Law Enforcement |
Public Service AwardsThe society is proud to recognize the accomplishments and exceptional contributions of public servants in the fields of law enforcement, fire safety, and
emergency medial services for service and acts beyond what is normally expected. These awards may be given to an individual only once and may be awarded posthumously.
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Charles B. and Eleanor Schweizer American History Teacher AwardThe American History Teacher Award recognizes an outstanding history teacher whose instruction on the Revolutionary War era (1750-1800) demonstrates educational efforts in the classroom that exceed and excel above currently accepted requirements. The state winner receives a $1,000 award and plaque. The award program will be conducted first in Chapters and then at the State and National Levels. Candidates interested in entering the Local Chapter contest must complete the required application and submit a written essay, not to exceed 500 words, discussing any extraordinary teaching techniques or innovative projects utilized by the teacher in the past to teach the Revolutionary War. The 2015-2016 winner is Deann Festr who teaches at Calhoun Junior High School in
Hardino, IL. For more information, contact the state History Teacher Award chairman. |
Past year's recipients 2015 ~ Kristin Strubhart 2014 ~ Thomas Davis 2013 ~ Ryan Koehler 2012 ~ Seth Graves 2011 ~ Barbara Kay 2010 ~ Jeff Welker 2009 ~ Deanna Wiist, Normal Community West H.S. 2008 ~ Sue Settle, Centralia H.S. |
Veterans SupportThe Illinois SAR participates in the Wreaths Across America project.
Also, each year, the Illinois SAR makes a monetary award to an Illinois facility housing veterans. In 2011, a check for $1,500 was donated to the Illinois Veterans Home in Manteno, Illinois. The funds will be used for patient lifts. For additional information on this program, contact the state chairman. LEFT: ILSSAR Compatriots Ronald Smith and Chuck Sener, presenting the check to Kathy Sanzotta, Director of Volunteer/Activity Services. |