Americanism Essay Reminder

Jan 13

Be sure to follow up with the schools you work with to

pick up the essays. Make sure you follow the various

deadlines in your Department, make sure your

first-place winners are sent to your Division Chairman

by April 15th.

For details on the Americanism Essay Contest, visit

The Americanism Essay Contest was created to teach

students the value of patriotism and what it means to

be Americans. Thousands of students participate in the

program each year and help promote a lifelong respect

of our flag and country.

Students (grades 3 to 12) explore the fundamental

rights and freedoms we enjoy today. Each year’s contest

has a different theme; one student in each category per

division is awarded a prize. There is a category for

students with special needs.

Current Essay Theme:“What does America the

Beautiful mean to me (regarding veterans and our

military)?”

February: Americanism Month

Black History Month

February 3rd – Four Chaplains Day

February 4th – USO Birthday

February 9th-15th – National Salute

to Veteran Patients

February 17th – Presidents Day

February 19th – U.S. Coast Guard

Birthday

Upcoming Dates in February

•Recognize Essay Contest winners with an award.

•Contact your local news to attend the award ceremony.

(make sure you get the parents approval)

•Invite winners to read their entry at your Unit meeting.

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