By Kendyl C.
Kingston, New York
What America means to me is that I remember my ancestors, reflect on lessons I have learned and plot positive changes in my neighborhood. My history consists of my great-grandmother, fighting for women’s rights in the military, WAVES, in World War II. She was also in newspaper articles that gained popularity in the late 1900s. In addition the work of my great-grandmother impacts the freedom of women today. It is with civic engagement that I can join millions of Americans striving for a better future for women.
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.