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Local Students Named Winners Of Dog-Naming Contest

For The American Military Hero Dog Monument

Philanthropist Lois Pope entry that “each letter of the name represents a branch of
the Armed Forces: C represents Coast Guard, A represents
Awards Winners $2,500 Each, Air Force, M represents Marines, A represents Army, and N
Plus $2,500 For The Two represents Navy. That’s why I think Caman is the best name
for this hero dog monument.”
Winning Schools In Veterans Ashcraft chose the name Valor, explaining in her video entry
that, “valor means having great courage in the face of danger,
Day Ceremony especially in battle” and that “all the military dogs who have
helped in America’s wars and battles have loyalty, bravery,
Aurora Ashcraft, a fifth-grader at Jupiter Elementary companionship, and most of all, valor.”
School in Jupiter, and Tyler LeClair, a seventh-grader at In a ceremony on Veterans Day, Nov. 11 at the Tri-County
Eagles Landing Middle School in Boca Raton, have been Animal Rescue, the site of the monument, the two winners were
selected as the winners of the dog-naming contest for the saluted by philanthropist and nationally-recognized disabled
American Military Hero Dog Monument. Tyler LeClair, Lois Pope, Aurora Ashcraft veterans advocate Lois Pope of Manalapan.
LeClair picked the name Caman, explaining in his video Photo by Capehart Pope, who conceived and commissioned the creation
of the monument in partnership with American Humane,
and then created the contest in conjunction with the Palm
Oxbridge Academy on the Move Beach County School District, presented each winner with
a check for $2,500. The students’ schools were also each
presented with a $2,500 check.
What does an acclaimed co-educational, independent newly appointed athletic director Stan Ross, also the “This monument represents the unbreakable bond between
school – known for instilling values, building boys’ lacrosse coach. “Oxbridge paused the football the courageous canines and the valiant warriors who have
character, emphasizing diversity, and creating a program in 2018 with some safety concerns with some served alongside each other in our Armed Forces,” Pope said.
curriculum suited for individual choice – do when of the games on the schedule and other reorganization “It is also a celebration of heroes – those on two and four legs,
it reaches its 10-year milestone? In the case of decisions.” Ross adds. “COVID-19 delayed our plans those with hair and those with fur. And it is a teaching tool – to
educate people, from elected officials to the general population,
Oxbridge Academy in West Palm Beach it adds a a little, however we feel we are ready for the return of that heroes come at both ends of the leash.”
middle school for grades seven and eight and brings football as a junior varsity sport next fall and varsity Pope explained that military working dogs do so much, from
back one of its signature athletic programs, football competition in the years to come.” carrying out lifesaving missions and detecting explosive devices,
along with a return of its cheerleading team. The to searching areas that their human handlers cannot get to and
Oxbridge Academy Middle School opened its doors The athletic program also includes baseball, providing companionship, not just in the cauldron of war but
in August and football is set to return to campus in basketball, cross-country, equestrian, golf, lacrosse, long after the battle is over.
the fall of 2022. sailing, soccer, softball, swimming, track & field, “A great way to show them respect was to give the dog on
tennis, girls volleyball, and girls flag football. Over this monument a name deserving of the service and sacrifice
“When we began planning for our 10-year anniversary the years, many Oxbridge student-athletes have they have made. So the dog’s name will be Caman Valor.”
and identified ways to build on our strong foundation, received scholarships to play at the next level in The dog-naming contest, which was open to all elementary
a middle school and bringing back our football college. and middle school students in the Palm Beach County Public
program were a big part of the conversation,” School District, received 125 entries. The judges were Lois
Pope; monument sculptor Austin Weishel; Robert C. Miller, a
explained Oxbridge Head of School Ralph Maurer. Academically, Oxbridge boasts an average class board member of the Lois Pope LIFE Foundation; Dr. Robin
The school’s 10-year milestone also coincided with size of 14, a 9:1 student/faculty ratio, and a faculty Ganzert, president and CEO of American Humane; and Diana
several other important factors: more families moving of which 77% have advanced degrees, including Fedderman, the school district’s assistant superintendent for
into the area and an increasing demand for private 13% with doctorates. Oxbridge is also proud of its teaching and learning.
school education. The timing is right, and so is the unique, signature programs: Artificial Intelligence
mission. (AI), Aviation, Cambridge (England) Scholars, and
Independent Research. The school’s Model U.N. and Call For ‘Garden Party’ from page 16
“Adding middle school grades means preparing debate teams and its theater students consistently
students at a younger age to be world citizens receive statewide awards and recognition. The promote healthy lifestyles and to positively influence attitudes,
and future leaders who are caring, confident, number of extra-curricular options grows as students norms, and values by empowering individuals and families
compassionate, critical thinkers,” Maurer continues. are encouraged to bring new ideas for clubs. Oxbridge while helping supply need-based treatment scholarships to
“It gives younger students from all walks of life the also emphasizes community service, which includes individuals with demonstrated needs in Palm Beach County.
About Palm Beach North Chamber Of Commerce
opportunity to benefit from a culture that nurtures tutoring students, clothing and toy drives, and beach The Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce is one
and instills values such as integrity, honesty, respect, clean ups. of the largest and most active business organizations
and gratitude. It will help them develop character and in Southeast Florida. Serving businesses in the 10
discover their passions at an earlier age and prepare It’s your turn to discover Oxbridge. municipalities that make up Palm Beach North, the
them for a seamless transition to our high school.” chamber fosters a partnership of private, public,
For more information about Oxbridge Academy, educational and civic organizations working together
“Bringing back our football program adds another e-mail admission@oapb.org or call (561) 972-9826. to ensure Palm Beach North is Florida’s “Prosperity
fantastic athletic program and enhances opportunities Coast.” The chamber’s four strategic imperatives are: a
for our student body and school spirit,” explains prosperous economy, high quality of life for all residents,
a smart and connected region, and regional leadership.
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