All entries must be received no later than 31 October 2025
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Grades 6 - 8
● Open to 6th, 7th and 8th grade students enrolled by the Oct. 31st deadline ● Submit a 300 – 400-word essay ● This year’s theme is, “How are you showing patriotism and support for our country?” ● National Prize is currently $5,000
● Open to students in grades 9-12 enrolled by
Oct. 31st deadline
● Submit a 3–5-minute audio and written essay
This year’s theme is, “How are you showing
patriotism and support for our country?”
● National Prize is currently $35,000
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