Congratulations to Alma Schrader

How very proud I was Wednesday morning as I attended Alma Schrader's Constitution Day and Heroes Recognition Assembly.

Ruth Ann Orr, Julia Unnerstall, Rebecca Gentry and the entire staff at Alma Schrader are to be congratulated and recognized for their visible and measurable efforts in educating our young children, and instilling in them with a love for our country! As these children introduced their "Heroes" to all attendees, we were reminded of the tremendous sacrifice these men and women have provided for us and our city, state and nation.

Young lives are being shaped, changed, altered and influenced by the positive leadership I witness at this wonderful school. The entire staff is a great role model as they prepare students to become the leaders of our city, state and nation.

I was pleased to see our former mayor Jay Knudtson, city council member Mark Lanzotti and state Rep. Kathy Swan take such a visible and supportive role at Alma Schrader. David Limbaugh was excellent with his explanation of our Constitution to these impressionable young minds.

DOUG AUSTIN, Cape Girardeau