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Meet this Year's American History Essay Winners

The American History Essay Contest welcomes essays from students in grades 5 through 8, all centered on a theme that changes annually, often to commemorate the anniversary of an important event. The 2021-2022 American History Essay Contest commemorates the 100th anniversary of the dedication of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at the Arlington National Cemetery. This monument was dedicated on Armistice Day in 1921, with a ceremony led by President Harding.

In their essays, students were asked to write from the perspective of a young person whose brother had lost his life in The Great War, and who had traveled to Arlington National Cemetery to be present with their family at the dedication. Students wrote about what this even meant to them and why they believed remembering those who gave their lives for our country is so important. 

This year, over 23,000 students entered the American History Essay Contest, from all 50 states. The Southeast Division was particularly active, with over 8,800 students participating, and the South Central and East Central divisions were also active with over 3,700 and 3,500 students participating, respectively. Chapters, states and divisions gathered the entries and enlisted a variety of distinguished judges to read and rank the essays. Winners from each level are forwarded to the next level. This committee wishes to thank the enthusiastic involvement of so many chapters across the country and in the Units Overseas.

The winners are:

First place

Elizabeth “Mei-Mei” Payne, a 5th grader from Kansas City, Missouri, who was sponsored by the Mission Hill Chapter in Kansas.

Catherine Hogan, a 6th reader from Farmington, CT, sponsored by the Abigail Phelps Chapter in Connecticut.

Lana Chan, a 7th grader from Cottonwood Heights, UT, sponsored by the Uintah Chapter. in Utah.

Alaina Voeller, an 8th grader from Newberg, Oregon, sponsored by the Yamhill Chapter in Oregon.

Second place

Abigail Lilly, a 5th grader from Marshall, North Carolina, sponsored by the Rebecca Sevier Waddel Chapter in North Carolina.

Ainsley Voeller, a 6th grader from Newburg, Oregon, sponsored by the Yamhill Chapter in Oregon.

Isadora Nassa, a 7th grader from Riverside, Connecticut, sponsored by the Putnam Hill Chapter in Connecticut.

Savannah Clingan, an 8th grader from Hays, Kansas, sponsored by the Courtney Spalding Chapter in Kansas.

Third place

Sophia Thompson, a 5th grader from Meridien, Idaho, sponsored by the Ee-dah-how Chapter in Idaho.

Mathias Mayo-Hostetter, a 6th grader from Los Angeles, California, sponsored by the Beverly Hills Chapter in California.

Phoebe Turner, a 7th grader from Kelly, Wyoming, sponsored by the Davey Jackson Chapter in Wyoming.

Sam Longhurst, an 8th grader from Lehi, Utah, sponsored by the Wasatch Range Chapter in Utah.

The first place winners from each grade will be presented with a pin, certificate and monetary award on stage at the Education Awards Night during Continental Congress. The second and third place winners will receive a certificate and monetary award. The National First Place Winners’ essays will be on display in the Americana Room during Continental Congress.

This committee is also delighted to see a number of familiar names: students who have entered in the past have entered again, and sets of siblings, both who have entered in their respective grade levels this year, and siblings who have entered over the past few years. We can see that students do enjoy this contest and look forward to writing essays again, and we thank all the chapters across the country and from Units Overseas for promoting this contest and making it such a successful way to reach out to our local communities!

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JACKSON, Wyo. — The local Davey Jackson Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (D.A.R.) has announced its annual essay-writing contest for students in grades 5-8 and a new essay contest for grades 9-12.

Daughters of the American Revolution established this annual essay contest to encourage young people to think creatively about the nation’s history and learn about history in a new light.

Each academic year, a unique essay topic is chosen and guidelines are made available. This year’s topic for grades 5-8 is “The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier”, for grades 9-12 the topic is “Patriots of the American Revolution”.

The contest is open to all students in Teton and Lincoln counties grades 5-12. Essays are judged for historical accuracy, adherence to topic, organization of materials, interest, originality, spelling, grammar, punctuation and neatness.

Essays are due to the Davey Jackson Chapter by Dec. 10, 2021.

All entrants to this year’s contest will receive a certificate. A single winner will be selected by the Davey Jackson Chapter and will receive a medal and monetary award. The chapter winner will advance to the Wyoming state level competition. The Wyoming state winner will advance to the divisional level. The divisional winner will advance to the national level. The National winner will receive a certificate, pin and monetary award.

Please direct any essay contest questions to the Wyoming Daughters of the American Revolution Davey Jackson Chapter Historian at: [email protected]

For more information and to read the complete contest rules click here.

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THREE OAKS — Students in fifth through eighth grade are invited to participate in the Daughters of the American Revolution’s annual contest, entitled “Rise and Shine for America.”

The topic for the essay is “The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier,” Nov. 11, 2021, marks the 100th anniversary of the dedication of the “Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.” Participants are asked to imagine that they had a brother who lost his life on the battlefield of France during World War I, and with their family, attended the Nov. 11, 1921, dedication of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Washington, D.C. Describe what this meant to them and their family.

Students in ninth through 12th grade are invited to participate in the contest as well. The topic for this school year is “Patriots of the American Revolution.” Participants should select a figure from the era of the American Revolution (1773-1783) and discuss how he or she influenced the course of the American Revolution, who he or she was and their contribution to the founding of a new nation. The figure may be any person, whether a well-known figure or an everyday man, woman or child who supported the American Revolution in ways large or small.

The length of your document will need to be 300 to 1,000 words, depending on grade level. Essays will be turned over to their teacher, counselor, or department head no later than Friday, Oct. 22.

For more information contact Teri Showalter of the Rebecca Dewey Chapter, Three Oaks. Call her by phone (219) 778-4147 or email [email protected]

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DAR essay winners announced

The Daughters of the American Revolution Libertad Chapter wish to announce the winners of this year’s American History essay contest.  

The topic of the essay this year was the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and many wonderful essays were submitted by fifth, sixth, seventh, and eighth grade students of, Devers, and Liberty school districts.

“Thank you to everyone who participated, and congratulations to the following students:  Ashlyn Hergemueller, fifth grade, Liberty Elementary; Kendall Harper, sixth grade, Liberty Middle School;  Addison Vickers, seventh grade, Liberty Middle School; and Summer Balch, eighth grade, Liberty Middle School,” said Donna Davis.

Also this year, the DAR held a separate essay contest for high school students about heroes of the American Revolution.  Many excellent papers were submitted by Dayton and Hardin school districts.  Congratulations to Allison Muscanere, an 11th grader from Dayton High School, for winning this year’s award. 

All of these winners will be honored at the April meeting of the Daughters of the American Revolution in Liberty.

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Each year students in grades fifth through eighth are given the opportunity to compose an essay and have it presented to the CCDAR for evaluation.  In recognition of the 100th anniversary of the dedication of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier on Nov. 11, 2021, the essay topic was “Imagine that you had a brother who lost his life on the battlefields of France during World War I. You and your family attended the Nov. 11, 1921, dedication of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Washington, D.C. Describe what this meant to you and your family. Why is it important to remember those who gave their lives to serve our nation?” Judging guidelines included historical accuracy, adherence to topic, organization of material, interest, originality, spelling, grammar, punctuation, neatness, and that the essay is the student’s own work.

The winners were Graham Drummond, 6th grade, Marsh Creek Sixth Grade Center, Downingtown, and Claire Bushnell, 8th grade, E.N. Peirce Middle School, West Chester.

All winners have their essays submitted to the state level where Claire Bushnell was selected as the Pennsylvania State DAR 8th grade winner. Christopher Beatty, Gifted Resource teacher at E.N. Peirce Middle School of West Chester, said about Claire “I’ve known Claire for three years now and she gets more impressive with each passing year.  She has a wide array of interests and abilities.  I wouldn’t be surprised to see her in a political office in the future, but I also wouldn’t be surprised if she becomes a roller coaster engineer.  Claire will succeed in whatever field and in whatever program that is lucky enough to gain her interest.”

In 2021, The National Society of the DAR established a new high school-level essay contest focused on figures of the American Revolution, in preparation for the 250th anniversary of the nation’s founding. The contest is open to students in grades 9 through 12.The topic was “Select a figure from the era of the American Revolution (1773-1783). Discuss how he or she influenced the course of the American Revolution, who he or she was and his/her contribution to the founding of a new nation. Your figure may be any person, whether a well-known figure or an everyday man, woman or child who supported the American Revolution in ways large or small.”  The evaluation criteria were the same as the American History Essays contest. Congratulations to CCDAR winner Melissa Griswold, a 10th grader at Unionville High School.

During the March 7 CCDAR meeting winners were given a certificate, medal and monetary award by Dawn Coughlan, CCDAR Regent, and Elberta Clinton, Chair, American History Essay Awards. Senator John Kane and Michael Hartman, representing Senator Carolyn Comitta, presented the students with a citation on behalf of the Pennsylvania state senate.

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DAR honors American history essay contest winner

From left: American History Committee Chair Stephanie Keaty, Reese Alexander, Chapter Regent Susan Snodderley and Chapter Vice Regent Michelle Fansler. Photo courtesy of BARB NELSON

Back row from left: Michelle Fansler, Susan Snodderley, Stephanie Keaty and Kim Brown. Front row: Londyn Steckman, Mrs. Hicks, Reese Alexander and Sharon King.

Londyn Steckman (left) and Reese Alexander.

COEUR d’ALENE — The Lt. George Farragut Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution is proud to recognize Reese Alexander as the winner of the American History Essay Contest.

Reese is an eighth-grade student at River City Middle School in Post Falls. She was awarded a bronze medal, a certificate and a monetary award during her English class on March 14. Her essay has advanced to the state level.

This year’s topic was the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Nov. 11, 2021, marked the 100th anniversary of its dedication. Students were to imagine having a brother who lost his life in the battlefields of France during World War I and that they and their family attended the Nov. 11, 1921, dedication in Washington, D.C.

Reese concluded her essay with, “After a while I went upstairs and laid in my cozy bed. I soon found it hard to keep my eyes open, and I fell into a cobweb of dreams. When mother shook me, I jolted out of bed. I dashed to the closet and picked out a formal black button up; it was Williams, and some denim jeans and the same aged oxfords. I barreled outside and I hopped in the 1920 Nash Touring. The car ride was long and sorrow filled the air. When we made it to Arlington to honor the most hallowed grave. A somber moment. My emotions were taking over me. I saw a little girl hugging her older brother. I should have felt happy at the sight of the young girl's smile, but instead I felt resentful. Why did my brother die? Why did considerate Willam innocently die? He was the only person who could make me smile. When I went to place a red rose on the tomb, a tear fell from my cheek. It was hard to see the cause behind the deaths, but now I see they died for me, for Mother, and for America. Thank you Soldiers; thank you Willam."

Londyn Steckman, also an eighth-grade student at River City Middle School, was awarded a certificate for her participation in the contest.

Nancy Hicks, the English teacher of both Reese and Londyn, has promoted the contest to her students for several years.

All students in grades 5 to 8 are eligible to participate in the annual contest whether they are enrolled in a public, private, or parochial school or are homeschooled.

“The contest provides a wonderful opportunity for young writers to learn about patriotism, one of the missions of the DAR,” said Stephanie Keaty, American History committee chair. The topic for next year’s contest will be announced in the summer.

Photo courtesy of BARB NELSON

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For details on some of the National scholarships offered, go to the NSDAR Scholarship page .  To access the DAR Scholarship Committee's online scholarship application portal,  click here .  DAR members should notify their chapter of their participation.  Entrants who are non-DAR members must be sponsored by a DAR Chapter. Please contact the regent for more information. 

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DAR and non-DAR members are invited to participate in the Constitution Week Poster Contest. So, grab your favorite art tools and plan your project!  All entries must be received by the chapter regent by January 1.  Please inform the regent before beginning.

• The winning poster will be printed in the spring of 2024 and offered for sale at the DAR store.
• For this year's theme, the poster should illustrate/celebrate the spirit or meaning of the U.S. Constitution. .
• For the most recent Constitution Week Poster Contest Guidelines and form, please contact the Regent.

DAR American History Essay Contest

Chapters may reach out to students in the community and do not need to go through just the schools; libraries, church and youth organizations can also participate, but please stay within the state of your chapter.

One essay at each grade level can be selected as the chapter winner and forwarded to the state competition .  DAR chapters will then send the winner's essay, title sheet found in forms, and three judges sheets also found in forms, by email to the State Chairman American History for state competition.  For more information, please visit the NSDAR's  Essay Contests  webpage.  This contest is conducted without regard to race, religion, sex, or national origin.  

The TOPIC for 2023-2024

“The Stars and Stripes Forever" --- On May 14, 1897, John Philip Sousa played his new march, “The Stars and Stripes Forever.”  This song would become the national march of the United States on December 11, 1987. Imagine it is 1897 and you are a newspaper reporter for The Philadelphia Times. Your newspaper editor has asked you to write an article about the new song performed that day. Your article needs to tell about Sousa’s life and the story behind the song. It is the first performance of the song, so make sure your article includes thoughts about the music and how the audience reacts to what was seen and heard that day.

Title of Essay:  Stars & Stripes Forever Length 300-1,000 words (depending on grade level, please check forms) Please note that the entire essay must be the student’s original work. This includes all research, writing, and editing, which must be done by the student only and not by a parent, teacher, tutor, or other helper. Essays not following these guidelines will be disqualified.

AMERICAN HISTORY CONTEST FLYER (AHC1004)  AMERICAN HISTORY CONTEST INFORMATION  (AHC1000) AHC Study Guide - Contact your local DAR Chapter AHC JUDGE'S SCORING SHEET (AHC1001) AHC Electronic Contest Submission Form (AHC1008) - DAR USE ONLY (available at State level) American History Committee Essay Contests Cover Sheet and Signature Form (AHC1009) - DAR USE ONLY (available at State level)

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Deadlines for Essay Contests: Schools to Chapters: November 6 Chapters to District: December 4 Districts to State: January 2 States to Divisions: February 15 Divisions to National: March 15

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Patriots of the American Revolution DAR High School Essay Contest

In 2021, NSDAR established a new high school-level essay contest focused on figures of the American Revolution, in preparation for the 250th anniversary of the nation’s founding. 

The contest is open to students in grades 9th -12th in public, private, or parochial schools, or those who are in registered home school programs. All grades will be judged together, with one chapter winner chosen to move on to the next stage of judging .  This contest is conducted without regard to race, religion, sex, or national origin.   For more information, please visit the NSDAR's  Essay Contests  webpage.  Please contact your local DAR Chapter for more resources and to let them know you'd like to participate.

The TOPIC for 2023-2024: 

Students are encouraged to use primary sources (i.e., immediate, first-hand accounts such as letters, diaries, speeches, or newspaper reports) for their research. Lesser well-known figures are acceptable, but subjects must have been actual participants, i.e. not fictionalized.

Patriots of the American Revolution DAR Essay Contest Suggested Reading Resources (these are a few suggestions of the many resources available):       Liberty’s Daughters: The Revolutionary Experience of American Women, 1750-1800 by Mary Beth Norton       The Colored Patriots of the American Revolution: Forgotten Black Heroes by William Cooper Nell       Founding Mothers by Cokie Roberts       Valiant Ambition: George Washington, Benedict Arnold, and the Fate of the American Revolution by Nathaniel Philbrick       Bernardo de Galvez: Spanish Hero of the American Revolution by Gonzalo M. Quintero Saravia       John Adams by David McCullough       Patriot Hero of the Hudson Valley: The Life and Ride of Sybil Ludington by Vincent T. Dacquino

PATRIOTS ESSAY CONTEST FLYER PATRIOTS ESSAY INFORMATION  (AHC1002) PATRIOTS JUDGE'S SCORING SHEET  (AHC1003) American History Committee Essay Contests Cover Sheet and Signature Form (AHC1009) - DAR USE ONLY (available at State level)

DAR Good Citizens

Each year the Santa Monica Chapter, NSDAR, honors a local high school senior with the DAR Good Citizens award recognizing an individual who exemplifies by demonstration, the qualities of a good citizen: dependability, service, leadership and patriotism! 

This program is open to senior-class students enrolled in accredited public or private secondary schools that are in good standing with their state boards of education. Along with the honor of the award, the recipient receives a DAR Good Citizens pin and certificate. This student is then eligible to enter the DAR Good Citizens Scholarship Contest. 

Have your school's counselor contact our chapter for instructions and deadlines.  For more information, please visit the DAR Good Citizens  webpage.

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Every Spring, our chapter presents  ROTC medals to outstanding high school and college cadets in the local area.  For more information, please visit the NSDAR Medals webpage.

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This award is presented to a DAR member in recognition of her outstanding care given to veterans in any of the following areas: Department of Veterans Affairs facilities, state veterans facilities, nursing homes, shelters, and outpatient clinics. The Outstanding Veterans Volunteer has given more than her time. She has made meaningful contributions to veterans through creative and resourceful outreach.

Outstanding Teacher of American History

The Outstanding Teacher of American History contest honors full-time teachers of American history, government, or civics for grades five through twelve.  Our chapter's nominee won the national competition to become the NSDAR 2021 Outstanding Teacher of American History.  See more in our NEWS webpage.

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DAR Good Citizen

The DAR Good Citizens Award and Scholarship Contest, created in 1934, is intended to encourage and reward the qualities of good citizenship.

This award recognizes and rewards high school seniors who possess the qualities of dependability, service, leadership, and patriotism in their homes, schools, and communities. These students are selected by their teachers and peers because they demonstrate these qualities to an outstanding degree.

• This program is only open to students whose schools are accredited and in good standing with their state board of education.
• Only one student per year may be honored as a school's DAR Good Citizen.
• United States citizenship is not required.
• Additional rules and guidelines can be obtained by contacting your local DAR chapter.

Once a student is chosen as their school's DAR Good Citizen the student is invited to participate in the scholarship portion of the program. This consists of a personal statement and an essay. Student participation in the scholarship portion of the program is optional.

Scholarships are awarded to essay winers at the chapter, state, division and national levels!

Click here for an informational PDF handout . If you are an educator, please contact your local DAR chapter for additional information about DAR Good Citizens Award. If you are a parent or student, please contact your school for information.

Please note: The DAR Good Citizens Award and the Youth Citizenship Medal (formally Good Citizenship Medal) are two different programs. For information about the Youth Citizenship Medal, click here .

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DAR members selflessly dedicated themselves to the war relief effort of World War I