Guidelines for Commonwealth of Virginia World War II Veterans ...
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Attachment A to Info Memo No. 109 Guidelines for Commonwealth of Virginia World War II Veterans Honorary High School Diploma State Board of Education July 26, 2001 Attachment A to Info Memo No. 109 2 Guidelines for Honorary Diplomas for World War II Veterans Introduction In recognition of the efforts and sacrifices of veterans who served in World War II, the 2001 General Assembly designated the first full week in September as Virginia World War II Veterans Appreciation Week, beginning in September 2001. The General Assembly found that between 1939 and 1945, many young persons from Virginia and other states left school to serve in the armed forces as the United States fought World War II. These individuals made great sacrifices and suffered economic and personal loss in order to protect their country and its people and to defend humanity. 1 Many of these young people were not able to continue their education upon returning home because of financial hardship and other personal reasons. Despite educational constraints, these veterans 2 “reentered society and made significant contributions to our country through hard work as civilians, while gaining substantial knowledge and skills through work.” 3 They “have earned and do deserve our esteem and gratitude and our acknowledgement that without their sacrifices, our lives would not be the same as they are today.” 4 Requirements of the Code of Virginia Pursuant to § 2.1-27.2:01 and § 22.1-17.4 of the Code of Virginia, World War II veterans who were unable to complete their high school education may apply for a Commonwealth of Virginia World War II Veteran Honorary High School Diploma if they meet the criteria specified by the Board of Education. Any World War II veteran may apply for an honorary high school diploma by filing with the board a written statement declaring that: 1. The veteran served in a branch of the United States Armed Forces during the years between 1939 and 1945; 2. The veteran ...
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