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Americanism Essay Contest For Grades 7–12

​ FRA sponsors an annual essay contest to promote the spirit of Americanism and patriotism among our country’s youth. FRA's Americanism Essay Contest is open to all students, grades 7 through 12, including those who are home schooled.  Students are invited to submit a 350-word essay through an FRA member or local FRA branch before the December 1st deadline .  Local winners are forwarded for competition at the regional level and regional winners compete for national prizes.  ​ The grand national winner will receive $5,000, with additional prizes for the top three essays in each grade category ($2,500 for first place, $1,500 for second place, and $1,000 for third place).  Each national winner will receive an attractive plaque citing his/her achievement, and every entrant judged at the national level receives a certificate of recognition. Additional prizes may be awarded to students winning at local and regional levels of competition.

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Essay Contest poster 2020-2021 Essay Cover sheet 2020-202 1 Essay Rules  2020-202 1 Congratulations to the 2019–2020 FRA Americanism Essay Contest Winners!

OVERALL WINNER : Taylor Smith, Branch 038, Northwest Region

Grade 7 Winners

1 st place: Garrett Ham, Branch 251, South Central Region  Garrett Ham Essay 2019-2020.pdf 2 nd place: Carson Stokes, Branch 099, East Coast Region  Carson Stokes Essay 2019-2020.pdf 3 rd place: Rebecca Souza, Branch 287, West Coast Region Rebecca Souza Essay 2019-2020.pdf

Grade 8 Winners 1st Place: Maddie Mahon, Branch 197, West Coast Region  Maddie Mahon Essay 2019-2020.pdf 2nd Place:  Riley Parker, Branch 293, East Coast Region  Riley Parker Essay 2019-2020.pdf 3rd Place: Allie Stover, Branch 294, Southeast Region Allie Stover Essay 2019-2020.pdf Grade 9 Winners 1st Place:  Ryan Chan, Branch 101, West Coast Region  Ryan Chan Essay 2019-2020.pdf 2nd Place: Natalie Fibelkorn, Branch 044, Southeast Region  Natalie Fibelkorn Essay 2019-2020.pdf 3rd Place: Zachary Miranda, Branch 070, Southwest Region Zachary Miranda Essay 2019-2020.pdf Grade 10 Winners 1st Place: Logan Mathews, Branch 316, North Central Region  Logan Mathews Essay 2019-2020.pdf 2nd Place: Brooke Williams, Branch 070, Southwest Region  Brooke Williams Essay 2019-2020.pdf 3rd Place: Christina Frank, Branch 269, Southeast Region Christina Frank Essay 2019-2020.pdf Grade 11 Winners 1st Place: Jordan Alexis Mapp, Branch 269, Southeast Region  Jordan Alexis Mapp Essay 2019-2020.pdf 2nd Place: Ronnie Franklin, Branch 006, East Coast Region  Ronnie Franklin Essay 2019-2020.pdf 3 rd Place: Samuel Rowley, Branch 185, West Coast Region Samuel Rowley Essay 2019-2020.pdf

Grade 12 Winners 1st Place: Taylor Smith, Branch 038, Northwest Region  Taylor Smith Essay 2019-2020.pdf 2nd Place: Payce Rohrer, Branch 217, East Coast Region  Payce Rohrer Essay 2019-2020.pdf 3rd Place: Ghisel Escalona, Branch 113, West Coast Region Ghisel Escalona Essay 2019-2020.pdf

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2024 Winner Kamryn Couture and Branch Vice President Dave Surran

2022 Winner Emma Coldsnow and Branch President Bob Ryan

​FRA sponsors an annual essay contest to promote the spirit of Americanism and patriotism among our country’s youth. FRA’s Americanism Essay Contest is open to all students, grades 7 through 12, including those who are home schooled.  Students are invited to submit a 350-word essay through an FRA member or local FRA branch before the  December 1st deadline .  Local winners are forwarded for competition at the regional level and regional winners compete for national prizes.  ​ The grand national winner receives $1,500.  Other winners receive $1,000 for first place, $750 for second place, and $500 for third place.  Each national winner will receive an attractive plaque citing his/her achievement, and every entrant judged at the national level receives a certificate of recognition. Prizes may be awarded to students winning at local and regional levels of competition.

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​FRA sponsors an annual essay contest to promote the spirit of Americanism and patriotism among our country’s youth. FRA's Americanism Essay Contest is open to all students, grades 7 through 12, including those who are home schooled.  Students are invited to submit a 350-word essay through an FRA member or local FRA branch before the  December 1st deadline .  Local winners are forwarded for competition at the regional level and regional winners compete for national prizes.

The grand national winner will receive $5,000, with additional prizes for the top three essays in each grade category ($2,500 for first place, $1,500 for second place, and $1,000 for third place).  Each national winner will receive an attractive plaque citing his/her achievement, and every entrant judged at the national level receives a certificate of recognition. Additional prizes may be awarded to students winning at local and regional levels of competition.

Submit an essay through their local Fleet Reserve Association sponsor. Requirements: 350 words or less about “What My Vote Will Mean to Me.”

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Managing Organization: Fleet Reserve Association

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Eligibility: 7th through 12th grade students in the United States.

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2022 Americanism Essay Contest Winners For Grades 7–12

Essay Contest Winners

7th grade  

1st Alexis Taylor 

8th grade 

1st Isadora Marshall 

2nd Annabel Marshall 

3rd Kamryn Schissler 

9th grade  

1st Shabad Singh 

2nd Lily McCallister 

10th grade  

1st Amanda Collingham 

11th grade  

1st Julia Kries 

2nd Sumiya Rahaman 

3rd Ashley Smith 

12th grade 

1st Ryan Taylor 

2nd Sara Chapple 

3rd Nadia Roebuck

Kim Biggs   Local and Regional Chairman for the Essay Contest

Americanism and Patriotism Committee Program

FRA sponsors an annual essay contest to promote the spirit of Americanism and patriotism among our country’s youth. FRA's Americanism Essay Contest is open to all students, grades 7 through 12, including those who are home schooled.  Students are invited to submit a 350-word essay through an FRA member or local FRA branch before the December 1st deadline .  Local winners are forwarded for competition at the regional level and regional winners compete for national prizes.  ​ The grand national winner will receive $5,000, with additional prizes for the top three essays in each grade category ($2,500 for first place, $1,500 for second place, and $1,000 for third place).  Each national winner will receive an attractive plaque citing his/her achievement, and every entrant judged at the national level receives a certificate of recognition. Additional prizes may be awarded to students winning at local and regional levels of competition.

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Americanism Essay Contest For Grades 7–12 ​ FRA sponsors an annual essay contest to promote the spirit of Americanism and Patriotism among our country’s youth. FRA's Americanism Essay Contest is open to all students, grades 7 through 12, including those who are home schooled.  Students are invited to submit a 350-word essay through an FRA member or local FRA branch before the December 1st deadline.  Local winners are forwarded for competition at the regional level and regional winners compete for national prizes.   ​ The grand national winner will receive $1,500, with additional prizes for the top three essays in each grade category ($1,000 for first place, $750 for second place, and $500 for third place).  Each national winner will receive an attractive plaque citing his/her achievement, and every entrant judged at the national level receives a certificate of recognition. Additional prizes may be awarded to students winning at local and regional levels of competition.

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Americanism Essay Contest For Grades 7–12 FRA sponsors an annual essay contest to promote the spirit of Americanism and patriotism among our country’s youth. FRA’s Americanism Essay Contest is open to all students, grades 7 through 12, including those who are home schooled. Students are invited to submit a 350-word essay through an FRA member or local FRA branch before the December 1st deadline. Local winners are forwarded for competition at the regional level and regional winners compete for national prizes. The grand national winner receives $1,500. Other winners receive $1,000 for first place, $750 for second place, and $500 for third place. Each national winner will receive an attractive plaque citing his/her achievement, and every entrant judged at the national level receives a certificate of recognition. Prizes may be awarded to students winning at local and regional levels of competition.

FRA 208 local and regional winners 2023-2024

Please see one of the Fleet Reserve Association Camp Lejeune Branch 208 representatives for complete details.

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Just a quick note abut this year’s essay contest to share with children, grandchildren, etc.  The 2023-2024 topic is listed below .   Any student in graded 7 – 12 could enter the contest.  Home schooled included.   Contest is not limited to FRA members; however, each student must be sponsored by an FRA member or a current chartered branch.

The national prize for 1st, 2nd, 3rd are $1,000, $750, $500 respectively.  The grand national prize is $1,500 and is separate from the rest of the prizes.  There are also regional and branch prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners.

2023-2024  FRA Americanism Essay Contest “What Memorial Day Means to Me “

2023-2024 – Essay Contest Poster 2023-2024 – Essay Rules 2023-2024 – Essay Cover Sheet

Branch 38 Winners

Grades 7, 8, 9, and 11 had no entries this year Grade 12 – 1st Place  –  Parker Smith  –  West Richland, WA  –  Hanford High School

Grade 12 – 2nd Place  –  Owen Rodstol –  Benton City, WA  –  Kiona Benton High School

The first place winner’s essay was sent to the Northwest Region AP Chair for evaluation at that level.

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2022-2023  FRA Americanism Essay Contest “What the United States Flag Stands For”

National winners, overall winner:     molly neal     branch 294     southeast region.

Grade 7: 1st Place          Elizabeth Schlatter          Bran ch 124          Northeast/New England Region 2nd Place     Benjamin Wu               Branch 104       Northwest Region 3rd Place          Genevieve Miranda        Branch 070           Southwest Region Grade 8: 1st Place          Brynn Gullin                       Branch 146           Northeast/New England Region 2nd Place         Katie Labao                        Branch 302           Southwest Region 3rd Place          Jalen Meads                       Branch 293           East Coast Region Grade 9: 1st Place           Molly Neal                          Branch 294            Southeast Region 2nd Place         Annabel Marshall             Branch 24               East Coast Region 3rd Place          LillyAnna Flygare             Branch 251            South Central Region Grade 10: 1st Place          Anna Dollar                         Branch 34                Southeast Region 2nd Place        Sophene Avedissian           Branch 302             Southwest Region 3rd Place         Justin Glasow                     Branch 208             East Coast Region Grade 11: 1st Place          Ariana Perez                        Branch 302            Southwest Region 2nd Place         Erin Stenros                       Branch 214            Northeast/New England 3rd Place         Bayleigh Guidry                 Branch 251             South Central Region Grade 12: 1st Place          Morgen Davis                        Branch 185             West Coast Region 2nd Place     Charlotte Wallace           Branch 055         Northwest Regio n 3rd Place         Caleb Gargus                         Branch 105             North Central Region

Northwest Regio n Winners

Grade 7:   1st Place  –  Benjamin Wu – Mt Rainier Branch 104, Puyallup, WA 2nd Place  –  Orin Campbell – Lewis & Clark Branch 063, Lewiston, ID Grade 8: 1st Place  –  Haylee Armstrong  –  Whidbey Island Branch 097, Oak Harbor, WA 2nd Place  –  Gavin Clifford  –  Lewis & Clark Branch 063, Lewiston, ID 3rd Place  –  Jude Wallace  –  City of Roses Branch 055, Portland, OR Grade 9: 1st Place  –  Mary Crosby – Gem State Branch 382, Nampa, ID Grade 10: 1st Place  –  Marton Mezei – Inland Empire Branch 038, Spokane, WA 2nd Place  –  Sean Cammack – Mt Rainier Branch 104, Puyallup, WA 3rd Place  –  Sara Beg – City of Roses Branch 055, Portland, OR 11th Grade: 1st Place  –  Parker Smith – Inland Empire Branch 038, Spokane, WA 2nd Place  –  Olivia Johnson – Lewis & Clark Branch 063, Lewiston, ID 3rd Place  –  Garrett J. Nye – Gem State Branch 382, Nampa, ID 12th Grade: 1st Place  –  Charlotte Wallace – City of Roses Branch 055, Portland, OR 2nd Place  –  Abigail Arbuckle – Gem State Branch 382, Nampa, ID 3rd Place – Maru Schwartz – Lewis & Clark Branch, Lewiston, ID

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Grades 7, 8, 9, and 12 had no entries this year Grade 10 – 1st Place  –  Marton Mezei  –  Spokane, WA  –  Lewis & Clark High School

Grade 11 – 1st Place  –  Parker Smith  –  West Richland, WA  –  Hanford High School

The first place winners’ essays were sent to the Northwest Region AP Chair for evaluation at that level.

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A-P Purpose:  This Committee encourages shipmates, as well as all fellow citizens to (1)Honor the flag of the United States of America, (2) Observe all patriotic days and anniversaries of distinguished persons and events in our nation’s history, (3) Promote the Constitution of the United States of America and to instill and foster the principles of our founding fathers to our youth, (4) Plan appropriate activities, often with participation with other veteran organizations and encourage participation in all local patriotic programs and celebrations, (5) Conduct an annual Americanism Essay Contest, in accordance with all branch, regional, and national guidelines, and (6) Honor our departed Shipmates and their families.

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"What Memorial Day Means To Me"

On March 9, 2024, immediately after Branch 294's regular monthly meeting, a ceremony was held to recognize the winners of the Annual Fleet Reserve Association's Essay Contest.  This year's theme was "What Memorial Day Means to Me."  Each winner read their essay to the Branch and its visitors, were presented a certificate by the Branch President Tim Grimes, and given a cash prize by the Branch Treasurer Alex Alenitsch.  Afterwards, the winners and their guests were invited to stay for a light lunch with the Branch and Auxiliary membership.

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The VFW is dedicated to promoting patriotism and investing in our future generation. If you are a democracy-loving high school student interested in a $35,000 college scholarship or a patriotic middle school student interested in winning $5,000, these scholarships may be for you.

Voice of Democracy

Established in 1947, our Voice of Democracy audio-essay program provides high school students with the unique opportunity to express themselves in regards to a democratic and patriotic-themed recorded essay.  Each year, nearly 25,000 ninth through 12th grade students from across the country enter to win their share of more than $1 million in educational scholarships and incentives awarded through the program. 

The national first place winner receives a $35,000 scholarship paid directly to the recipient’s American university, college or vocational/technical school. A complete list of other national scholarships range from $1,000-$21,000, and the first place winner from each VFW Department (state) wins at least a scholarship of $1,000. Before submitting your essay, download the  2024-2025 entry form here  and find your sponsoring  local VFW Post  as applications must be turned in by  midnight, Oct. 31 . 

The 2024-25 theme is:  "Is America Today Our Forefathers' Vision?"

About the 2023-2024 winner ...

Sophia Lin, a high school junior at BASIS Scottsdale in Scottsdale, Arizona, was named the 2023-2024 Voice of Democracy first place winner. Sophia's speech on the theme, "What Are the Greatest Attributes of Our Democracy?" won her a $35,000 college scholarship. Sophia was sponsored by Scottsdale VFW Post 3513. Watch as Sophia delivered her speech during the VFW's Parade of Winners award  ceremony or read it here .

Want to catch up on everything that happened this year? You can watch the full Parade of Winners ceremony which was streamed live on Facebook, or see this year's complete list of winners .

Patriot's Pen

Each year, nearly 68,800 students in sixth through eighth grades enter the VFW’s Patriot’s Pen youth essay contest for a chance to win their share of nearly $1 million in state and national awards. Each first place state winner receives a minimum of $500 at the national level, and the national first place winner wins $5,000! 

The essay contest encourages young minds to examine America’s history, along with their own experiences in modern American society, by drafting a 300- to 400-word essay, expressing their views based on a patriotic theme chosen by the VFW Commander-in-Chief. Before submitting your essay,  download the 2024-2025 entry form here  and find your sponsoring local VFW Post  as applications must be turned in by  midnight, Oct. 31 . 

The 2024-25 theme is:  "My Voice in America's Democracy?"

Bryant Day, an eighth grade student from Ashland, Ohio, was named the 2023-2024 Patriot's Pen first place winner. His essay on the theme, "How Are You Inspired by America?" won the national first place $5,000 award. Bryant was sponsored by VFW Post 9943 and its Auxiliary in Mansfield, Ohio.

Watch as Bryant delivered his winning essay during the VFW's Parade of Winners streamed live on Facebook, or read  his essay here.  See the complete list of 2024 national winners .

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Two New Moscow Metro Stations: Buildings

Two New Moscow Metro Stations, Contemporary Russian Capital Metro Building Design, Architecture Images

Two New Moscow Metro Stations

22 May 2022

Two Biryulyovskaya Line Metro Stations

24 March 2022

The Architectural Appearance Of Two New Moscow Metro Stations Will Be Selected In An Open International Competition

Location: Ostrov Mechty metro station and Zagorye metro station, Biryulyovskaya line, Mosocw

Two New Moscow Metro Station Buildings

The Open International Competition began on March 17, 2022. It is aimed at developing the architectural appearance of the Ostrov Mechty and Zagorye metro stations of the Biryulyovskaya line. The goal of the competition is to find the optimal architectural and artistic designs for the passenger zones and entrance halls of the stations. The closing date for competition applications is April 28, 2022.

The competition is being held with support from the Moscow government and Sergey Kuznetsov, the chief architect of Moscow. The competition is organized by the Mosinzhproekt Group of Companies, the main designer and general contractor of Moscow metro development programs. Agency for Strategic Development CENTER is the operator of the competition.

The quality and feasibility of the projects will be assessed by a professional jury chaired by Andrey Bochkaryov, Deputy Mayor of Moscow in the Moscow Government for Urban Planning Policy and Construction. The jury also includes Sergey Kuznetsov, Chief Architect of Moscow, Yuri Kravtsov, CEO of Mosinzhproekt JSC, Viktor Kozlovskiy, Head of the Moscow Metro, as well as leading Russian and foreign specialists in architecture, design, and urban planning.

Andrey Bochkaryov, Deputy Mayor of Moscow in Urban Planning and Construction, considers the construction of the Biryulevskaya line one of the most important transport projects in the capital. It will bring the metro to the Biryulyovo Zapadnoye and Biryulyovo Vostochnoye districts «The new line will improve transport services in the south of the capital, including the rapidly developing areas of ZIL and Nagatinskiy Zaton, as well as the renovation neighborhoods under construction. The plan is to remove load from the central sections of the Serpukhovsko-Timiryazevskaya and Zamoskvoretskaya lines, reducing traffic intensity and improving the environmental situation in the areas», said Andrey Bochkarev, «At the same time, in developing the metro network, we strive to create an individual interior for each station, in line with the traditions of Moscow Metro construction».

Sergey Kuznetsov, Chief Architect of Moscow and Deputy President of the Jury, said that since 2012, the Moscow City Architecture Committee has already held more than 100 competitions, including metro development projects. At all times and in all circumstances, our primary objective is to pursue architectural standards of the highest quality, and competitions are a versatile tool for this. The Moscow Metro directly reflects the modern era. Turning points in history create not just masterpieces, but new directions in art and culture. For all artists, which architects certainly are, this is an invaluable experience and opportunity. I emphasize that we are open to working with international teams.

Yuri Kravtsov, General Director of Mosinzhproekt JSC, noted that the current Open Competition for the development of architectural designs for metro stations is the sixth one organized by Mosinzhproekt. «Thanks to previous competitions starting in 2014, we have developed unique designs for 11 metro stations. Four of them are already open to passengers. These are Solntsevo and Novoperedelkino stations of the Solntsevskaya line, opened in 2018, and Mnyovniki and Terekhovo stations of the Bolshaya Koltsevaya line, which opened in 2021. By the end of the year, we will have completed the construction of several more stations on the Bolshaya Koltsevaya line», he said. Kravtsov noted that the construction of the Biryulyovskaya line, a new 21 km long radial line of the Moscow metro with 10 stations, is another significant project for Moscow’s transport infrastructure. «We will be using modern construction materials and powerful equipment in the construction, in particular, tunnel boring machines with a diameter of 10 meters. Our purpose is to link this project with the current urban environment using digital technology», he concluded.

The practice of holding professional competitions for the development of the architectural and artistic look of Moscow metro stations was revived in 2014 on the initiative of Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin.

The international competition for the development of the architectural appearance of two Moscow metro stations is open to Russian and foreign architectural bureaus (with a Russian representative office or in consortium with a Russian partner) that are able to attract designers, engineers, planners, and specialists in economics and financial modeling to their team.

To participate, it is necessary to complete an application form on the competition’s official website at https://designmetro.ru/ by April 28 and, in the first qualifying stage, to provide a portfolio of relevant projects and an essay describing the key ideas in the architectural and artistic design of the stations.

The proposed concepts for station design should be harmoniously combined with the current town-planning and cultural and historical context of their locations and be in line with the spirit of the times, technologically advanced, adapted to the movement of all population categories, and also be convenient from the point of view of navigation.

In August, the jury will decide on which projects to implement in the future.

About the competition sites:

Ostrov Mechty Metro Station Buildings

Ostrov Mechty is a future transfer station with Technopark station of the Zamoskvoretskaya line. The project includes an elevated walkway with travelators, two lobbies and exits to Prospect Andropova and the Ostrov Mechty Entertainment Park, as well as to existing and future residential, business, and public buildings and surface passenger transport stops. The station complex will be located on a section of the subsurface metro line.

The design calls for two single-track tunnels to approach the station, resulting in the station being designed with a single island transfer platform. Due to the depth of the access tunnels, the station and one lobby will be located predominately underground. The station’s other lobby will be above ground. The underground zone includes a pedestrian crossing, one lobby, and the passenger platform. The second, above-ground lobby will include an elevated walkway (bridge) to Technopark station, ventilation ducts, and stairways and elevators with entrance halls with access to the surface.

Zagorye Metro Station Building

Zagorye is a future station located along Lipetskaya Street. The station will have two lobbies, northern and southern. The southern concourse will have exits at the intersection of Lebedyanskaya Street and Lipetskaya Street. Both lobbies will have exits to Lipetskaya Street, which is adjacent to the Tsaritsyno natural-historical park. The station complex will be located on a section of the subsurface metro line.

According to the design, one dual-track tunnel will approach the station, resulting in the station being designed with two transfer platforms. Due to the depth of access tunnel, the whole station will be located underground. The underground zone will feature pedestrian crossings, lobbies, and the passenger platforms. Only the ventilation ducts and stairways/elevators with entrance halls will have access to the surface.

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Mosinzhproekt Group of Companies

The leader in the Moscow construction market and one of the largest engineering holdings in Russia. The group of companies implements the full range of works – from the creation of ideas for the integrated development of territories or the creation of facilities, design, construction, and attraction of investment, to the commissioning and administration of facilities and real estate. The company implemented several landmark projects in Moscow Sports Arena of the Luzhniki Olympic Complex, Zaryadye Park, the Zaryadye Moscow Concert Hall, the Gymnastics Palace of the Luzhniki Olympic Complex, and the Helikon Opera Theater.

Mosinzhproekt is the operator of the Moscow Metro development program, a participant in the program for the development of Moscow transport hubs, an administration company for civil project construction of key Moscow road facilities, and a management company for development projects.

Agency for Strategic Development CENTER

The Agency is a Russian analytical and consulting organization that works on multi-purpose projects in the sphere of development and urban planning, in addition to being one of the top operators of various architecture, urban planning, and design competitions. CENTER Agency was founded in Moscow in 2014. It deals with matters related to comprehensive land and real estate development and to the quality of the urban environment in more than 60 Russian regions. The company’s portfolio features projects commissioned by major developers, investment companies, land and facility owners, federal and regional authorities, and professional communities.

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Americanism Essay Contest For Grades 7–12

FRA sponsors an annual essay contest to promote the spirit of Americanism and patriotism among our country’s youth. FRA's Americanism Essay Contest is open to all students, grades 7 through 12, including those who are home schooled.  Students are invited to submit a 350-word essay through an FRA member or local FRA branch before the December 1st deadline .  Local winners are forwarded for competition at the regional level and regional winners compete for national prizes.   The grand national winner receives $1,500.  Other winners receive $1,000 for first place, $750 for second place, and $500 for third place.  Each national winner will receive an attractive plaque citing his/her achievement, and every entrant judged at the national level receives a certificate of recognition. Prizes may be awarded to students winning at local and regional levels of competition.

Find a Sponsor: Find the branch closest to you in the drop down list and click "select" to see the address. This is where you will send your completed essay and cover sheet.

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Download the flyer from the link below (you can fill out the contact information on your computer before you print it!) and post it proudly wherever appropriate--high schools, on-base education offices, commissaries, exchanges, on-base community centers, etc.--to get the word out (you may need permission to post in some locations).

Essay Contest Poster Essay Cover Sheet Essay Rules Congratulations to the 2022–2023 FRA Americanism Essay Contest Winners!

OVERALL WINNER : Molly Neal, Branch 294, South East Region

Grade 7 Winners 1 st place: Elizabeth Schlatter       Branch 124, Northeast New England Region   7th-Grade_1st_Place_Elizabeth Schlatter.pdf 2 nd place: Benjamin Wu               Branch 104, Northwest Region 3 rd place: Genevieve Miranda      Branch 070, Southwest Region

Grade 8 Winners 1st Place: Brynn Gullin                Branch 146, Northeast New England Region   8th-Grade_1st_Place_Brynn Gillin.pdf 2nd Place:  Katie Labao               Branch 302, Southwest  Region  3rd Place: Jalen Meads               Branch 293, East Coast Region Grade 9 Winners 1st Place:  Molly Neal                   Branch 294, Southeast  Region Molly Neal - 9th Grade - 1st Place.pdf 2nd Place: Annabel Marshall       Branch 24, East Coast Region  3rd Place: Lilly Anna Flygare       Branch 251, South Central Region Grade 10 Winners 1st Place: Anna Dollar                 Branch 34, Southeast Region  10th-Grade_1st_Place_Anna Dollar.pdf 2nd Place: Sophene Avedissian  Branch 302, Southwest Region  3rd Place: Justin Glasow             Branch 208, East Coast Region Grade 11 Winners 1st Place: Ariana Perez               Branch 302, Southwest Region 11th-Grade_1st_Place_Ariana Perez.pdf 2nd Place: Erin Stenros               Branch 214, Northeast New England Region  3 rd Place: Bayleigh Guidry          Branch 251, South Central Region

Grade 12 Winners 1st Place: Morgen Davis              Branch 185, West Coast Region 12th-Grade_1st_Place_Morgan Davis.pdf 2nd Place: Charlotte Wallace      Branch 055, Northwest Region  3rd Place: Caleb Gargus             Branch 105, North Central Region

Latah County Human Rights Task Force

Strengthening the bonds of community to embrace diversity and reject bigotry..

Welcome to the Latah County Human Rights Task Force webpage!

Congratulations to the 2023-2024 MLK Art and Essay Contest winners!

This year’s theme was FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION AND OUR LIBRARIES

The winners for the Art Contest were Cece Rose Ristene (St. Mary’s), Eduarda Gurge (Moscow Charter), Quinten Rowley (Moscow Charter), Hayley Cohee (Moscow Charter),

The winners for the Essay Contest included Cordelia Haley (Lena Whitmore), Leo Johnson (St. Mary’s), Fern Newlan (St. Mary’s), Catherine Apt (McDonald), Amy Zhou (Moscow Charter School), Naya Lee (Lena Whitmore), Emily Scout Heward (Lena Whitmore), Nora Algarni (Moscow Middle School), Lillian Camin, (Moscow Middle School), and Morgan Apt (Moscow High School).

A little about us and ways to become involved!

Our 2023 Martin Luther King, Jr. Breakfast on January 21st was a great success with an excellent presentation by Dr. Scott Finnie. A video of the Breakfast, including the Rosa Parks Awards and Dr. Finnie’s speech is now available here: 2023 Breakfast and Friends of Human Rights .

The Rosa Parks Award winners are available here: 2023 Rosa Parks Award Winners | Latah County Human Rights Task Force (humanrightslatah.org)

The Art and Essay Contest winners are available here: 2023 Art and Essay Contest Winners | Latah County Human Rights Task Force (humanrightslatah.org)

Dr. Scott Finnie’s Keynote address at the 2023 MLK Jr. Breakfast:

AREA RESPONSE TO ANTISEMITISM

Check out the recent Palouse Pride Day under Recent Events here: Palouse Pride Day 2021

Our mission:  To work for social justice for all people by supporting diversity, respect, and inclusiveness, while opposing bigotry, harassment, and discrimination.

Please click our Announcements tab for current or upcoming events. (For upcoming events visit: Upcoming Events )

These are annual events that the Task Force currently sponsors:

• Martin Luther King Art and Essay Contest – January
• Presentation of Rosa Parks Human Rights Achievement Awards – January
• Human Rights Day at the Moscow Farmer’s Market – September (Visit: HR Day )
• Great Moscow Food Drive – August
• Human Rights Education Programs for Area Schools – throughout the school year

and we encourage you to attend or support us in these events.

Meetings of the Latah County Human Rights Task Force are generally held the second Thursday of each month, and you are welcome to attend.

Please visit our Facebook page: Facebook

If you are interested in joining, volunteering, or attending a meeting, please see our Contact Us page: Contact Us