Americanism

Americanism Program

Americanism Contest Entries Due by March 15, 2027

Arliss Koski - Chairmanamericanism@ndala.org Photo courtesy: IceBerg Art, Candace Berg

Arliss Koski – Chairman
americanism@ndala.org
Photo courtesy: IceBerg Art, Candace Berg

2027 Essay Contest Application and Cover Sheet (required)(Fall 2026 Posting)

I have written an article that highlights ways units can promote Americanism during 2026, America’s 250th birthday.

One item highlights ways to promote Americanism in honor of America’s 250th birthday and the other item is a list of books that units and individual members might consider donating to their local schools or libraries. I hope this information is helpful as you promote Americanism in your communities and schools.

Arliss Koski
Americanism Chairman

2026 Americanism Essay Contest Winners

Here are just a few ways you can show Americanism in your communities:

  • Teach Flag Etiquette in Schools
  • Plan Flag Retirement Ceremonies
  • Provide a Place to Purchase Flags and Depository for Tattered, Used Flags
  • Marching in Local Parades
  • Recognize Veterans at Local Ball Games

    Americanism in the Schools Ruth Quam, President of Hafner-Miller-Ross Unit 20 of Wahpeton, presented “I Pledge Allegiance” booklets to students at St John’s School on January 15, 2026. Ruth is pictured in the back row (left) with School Principal Kaja Kaste, back row (right) and some of the students who received the colorful booklets.

    Americanism in the Schools
    Ruth Quam, President of Hafner-Miller-Ross Unit 20 of Wahpeton, presented “I Pledge Allegiance” booklets to students at St John’s School on January 15, 2026. Ruth is pictured in the back row (left) with School Principal Kaja Kaste, back row (right) and some of the students who received the colorful booklets.

  • Organize Picnics for Veterans and Their Families
  • Display Flags on Graves for Memorial and Veterans Day
  • Display a Flag at home on Flag Holidays Such as Memorial Day, Flag Day, 4th of July and Veterans Day
  • Help Organize Veterans Day Programs
  • Encourage Youth to Enter the Americanism Essay Contest
  • Support ND American Legion and Auxiliary Programs such as Boys/Girls State, International Music Camp and Oratorical Contests

Other information is available on the National website on the Americanism webpage

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