The FRA sponsors an annual essay contest that promotes patriotism among youth. Students write a 350-word essay on a topic related to Americanism. The contest advances from local, regional, to national levels.
Language and Arts | Writing and Journalism
Fleet Reserve Association’s Americanism Essay Contest
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Contact Info
- Phone: (703) 683-1400
- Contact: fra@fra.org
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- Fleet Reserve Association
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About the competition
Comp Info
- Estimated Ann. Participants: 10000
- Cost: Free
- Estimated Time Commitment: Significant
- Participant Format: Individual
- Event Format: Online Asynchronous
- Competition Format: Original Submission
- Reach: National
- Event Size: Medium
Participation Information
Students submit essays through a local FRA branch. Winners are selected at the local level and progress to regional and national competitions. Deadline for submissions is December 1.
Open to U.S. students in grades 7-12, including homeschooled students.
$5,000 for 1st place, $2,500 for 2nd place, certificates, and trophies for outstanding essays
Students submit essays through a local FRA branch. Winners are selected at the local level and progress to regional and national competitions. Deadline for submissions is December 1.
1. Submit a 350-word essay. 2. Local winners advance to regional rounds. 3. Regional winners compete for national prizes.
Writing materials, essay research
Creativity, relevance to the topic, clarity, and organization of thoughts.
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