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Americanism Program

Americanism Contest Entries Due by March 15, 2027

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

Madonna Azure – Department Chairman


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


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