By Edward F.
Manhattan Beach, California
What America means to me, as a child of first generation immigrants, is the belief in opportunity. To experience new things, to play lacrosse and clarinet, and maybe even run for Congress one day. As a Boy Scout, America is also our national parks, mountains and beaches, but with the threat of climate change I call on kids to protect the outdoors for generations to come. Our country has been through so much – conflicts, recessions, with a history of slavery. But it always bounces back. To me, America is about resilience and the power to move forward with optimism.
Join all Americans and share your story about your history and your hopes and dreams for the future of our country. Together, we will tell the American story through videos and the most inclusive commemoration in our history.
Engaging students nationwide to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary!
This contest invites students in grades 3–12 to share their perspectives on what America means to them — and earn the opportunity to travel for field trip experiences at some of the nation’s most iconic historic and cultural landmarks.