Submitted information and photos from the Atlanta Area Council of Scouting America:
Pope HS Band member Edward Schilke from Troop 955 participated as Bugler in the 2025 Golden Eagle Luncheon on December 12.
This event raised over $2.5 million for the Atlanta Area Council of Scouting America, and began with a flag ceremony that included Edward soloing “To The Color” in front of about one thousand attendees.
Edward’s participation in the Golden Eagle Luncheon was by special invitation from the Atlanta Council’s chief executive Tracy Techau.
Troop 955 is based at Chestnut Ridge Christian Church in East Cobb.
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The very next day after the Scout fundraising luncheon, Edward had an audition for district band. He made into the 9-10 honor band, and is looking forward to the round 2 audition for all-state band.