I am a “Patriot”, I love the USA, I love Venice, and I love kids so this news from Venice Middle School really gave me something to cheer about. This fall, Venice Middle School will claim to be the first public middle school in the United States to offer the Young Marines program as an all-day option. Students don’t necessarily have to be interested in joining the military to participate in this program. In addition to academics, the girls and boys will learn basic skills for life…leadership, teamwork, physical fitness, and what it takes to be a good citizen..values and (1 comments)