Bloomfield, Missouri - Last year in Ms. Erica Berry's eighth grade English Class, Allison Statler was given information about an annual essay contest for all Missouri eighth-grade students sponsored by The Missouri Peace Officers Association.

She was selected as the first place winner from the east side of the state.  Her essay was published in the summer edition of the Law Enforcement magazine.  She also was presented with a check for $300, the school and Ms. Berry were also presented with checks for $100 each. 

Pictured are Bloomfield High School Principal, Dustin Hicks, Middle School English Teacher, Ms. Erica Berry, and Allison Statler.