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2010 Veteran Orientation. Who Was Joe Foss?. WWII Marine Ace Medal of Honor Recipient Two-term Governor, South Dakota First Commissioner, American Football League President, NRA Host, “The American Sportsman” and “The Outdoorsman Joe Foss” television programs
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Who Was Joe Foss? • WWII Marine Ace • Medal of Honor Recipient • Two-term Governor, South Dakota • First Commissioner, American Football League • President, NRA • Host, “The American Sportsman” and “The Outdoorsman Joe Foss” television programs • Spoke to our nation’s youth about patriotism, freedom, leadership and the opportunities this country offers
Mission & Vision Statements Mission: To Promote Patriotism, Public Service,Integrity, and an Appreciation of America’s Freedoms. Vision: To encourage an informed patriotism and to be nationally recognized as the premier organization promoting patriotism in schools and with youth groups, through personal contact and interactive multimedia programs.
Veterans Inspiring Patriotism • Free to the Schools • Lasts 30-60 minutes • Free Classroom Materials • Appropriate for all ages
Scholarships • Offer scholarships for students through essay contests connected to patriotic holidays • Open to all 9–12th grade students • Winners awarded $5,000 • Check website for topics and deadlines
Presentation Outline • Introduction • Student video • Prepared remarks • Q & A • Thank You
Elementary School DVD Topics Covered: • Public Service, Patriotism, and Community Service • Freedom related to The Constitution and Bill of Rights • Founding Fathers • Declaration of Independence
Jr & High School DVD Topics Covered: • Biography of Joe Foss • Salute to Patriots • Patriotism • Freedom is not free
Prepared Remarks • Discuss your commitment to protect our freedoms. Be prepared to answer this question: Why did you serve our country and what did it mean to you? • Focus on the Constitution & Bill of Rights, Freedoms & Opportunity • Freedom is protected by military & civilian leaders - Why did you take an oath to protect and defend the Constitution? • Share personal content such as stories and artifacts (medals, uniforms, etc)
Q & A Session • The last 10 to 15 minutes • Repeat questions asked to you, so all students can hear • Not all answers are appropriate for all age groups • If a question is inappropriate, provide general answers, change the subject, or ask students to stay after
Tips for Presenting • Know Your Audience • Body Language • Speak with Conviction • Speak, Listen, Respond, Adjust and Adapt • Audio Visual Aids