Stephen Decatur High School senior Katie Bear was recently named the American Legion Junior Auxiliary Member of the Year for the state of Maryland. In addition to organizing the Veterans Day Project at Stephen Decatur High School, Bear assists with the “Metals for Miracles” campaign, collects coupons for military families, and helps with several American Legion Unit 166 functions. Pictured, from left, are Assistant Principal Kathy Cater, John Bear, Dawn Bear, Katie Bear, Department of Maryland American Legion Junior Activities Chairman Starr Purnell, American Legion Unit 166 Activities Chair Rosie Garlitz, American Legion Unit 166 Auxiliary 1st Vice President Tina Preziotti and American Legion Unit 166 Americanism Chairman Ellen Salafia.