Youth Award Programs

Dr. Tom & Betty Lawrence American History Teacher Award
 
The Dr. Tom & Betty Lawrence American History Teacher Award winner will choose to attend one of the following graduate summer seminars:
 
  • Freedoms Foundation at Valley Forge, Valley Forge, PA
  • Colonial Williamsburg at Williamsburg, VA
  • Jefferson Symposium at University of Virginia, VA
  • SAR Annual Conference on the American Revolution
One award winner will be chosen at each of the elementary, middle school, and high school levels, for a total of three winners. The teacher will represent classroom instruction on the Revolutionary War era from 1750 - 1800 that excels above current curriculum requirements. Winners will also qualify for a monetary credit towards the purchase of classroom materials related to the American Revolution along with a cash award.
 
(Grades 5-12)
 
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THE ARTHUR M. AND BERDENA KING EAGLE SCOUT PROGRAM
(Eagle Scout prior to 19th birthday during year of application)
 
Competition is open to all Eagle Scouts registered in an active unit and have not reached their 19th birthday during the year of application.
 
The year that the scout received the Eagle rank is unrestricted.
 
To enter, an application must be submitted at the Chapter level, consisting of a two-page application form, four-generation ancestry chart, and a 500-word patriotic theme.
 
Application year is 01 January to 31 December and conducted in three phases, local (Chapter), State (Society), and National levels.
 
 
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THE AMERICANISM POSTER CONTEST
This contest is open to students in 3rd, 4th, or 5th grade, depending on when the American Revolution is taught in their school system.
 
This includes public, private, parochial, charter, and home-schooled students.
 
The contest is also open to members of the C.A.R., Cub Scouts, and Brownies who are in the same grade if their school does not participate.
 
Judging is based upon portrayal of the theme, originality, evidence of research, neatness, artistic merit and creativity.
 
The permanent themes are "Revolutionary War Events" in school years ending in an even number and "Revolutionary War Persons" in school years ending in an odd number.
 
National winners receive a ribbon, certificate, and a cash award. Prizes on the state and chapter level vary.
 
(Grades 3-5)
 
 
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THE SGT. MOSES ADAMS MEMORIAL MIDDLE SCHOOL BROCHURE CONTEST
This contest is open to middle school students, depending on when the American Revolution or Government is taught in their school system.
 
This includes public, private, parochial, charter and home schooled students.
 
The contest is also open to members of the C.A.R., Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts who are in the same grade if their school does not participate.
 
Judging is based upon content, creativity and correctness.
 
The permanent theme is "The Founding Documents of the United States." They are:
 
  • Articles of Confederation
  • Declaration of Independence
  • Federalist Papers
  • Constitution
  • Bill of Rights
 
National winners receive a ribbon, certificate and a cash award. Prizes on the state and chapter level vary.
 
(Grades 6-9)
 
 
 
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SAR Outreach Education

The SAR Outreach Education program is open to and inclusive of public visitors and educators at any involvement level (SAR and non-SAR members alike) who would like to use this material for their educational purposes.​​ 
 
The National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) kindly welcomes all school groups, community groups, SAR members, and interested public members to visit the SAR National Headquarters located along Museum Row in downtown Louisville.
 
Those interested in the SAR Outreach Education program initiatives and its programming should contact Ms. Colleen Wilson​​​​​ in order to set up student field trips and streamline your visit requirements.
 
Further details concerning the available programs can be found in its School Programs Brochure​​, which can be printed and posted in classrooms and schools to encourage educator interest in the SAR. Educators may use the pre-visit guidelines for the Outreach Center Guidelines​​ as a resource to prepare their students for their unique hands-on learning experience. Visitors may also use Google Maps​​ to arrange their travel plans to the SAR Headquarters.​
 
Contact our Youth Awards Director for more information.
THE OUTSTANDING JROTC CADET AWARD
This high school level award fosters the principle of "citizen-soldier" as exemplified by the American Revolution's Minuteman.
 
The process of selection begins with the JROTC Unit's Senior Military Instructor (SMI). Qualified cadets are then selected through Chapter, State Society, and National Society levels of the contest competition. Selection criteria include demonstrated leadership potential, military bearing, and scholastic achievement.
 
Each cadet must submit an original essay on a topic designated by the ROTC/JROTC & Services Academy Liaison Committee.
 
(Nominated cadet must be a Junior in High School)
 
 
 
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THE GEORGE S. AND STELLA M. KNIGHT ESSAY CONTEST
This program is designed to give high school students an opportunity to explore events that shaped American history. 
 
At Chapter, State Society, and National Society levels, students must submit an original essay, with topics based on original research and deal with an event, person, philosophy, or ideal associated with the American Revolution, Declaration of Independence, or the framing of the United States Constitution.
 
Cash award.
 
(Grades 9-12)
 
 
 
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THE JOSEPH S. RUMBAUGH HISTORICAL ORATION CONTEST
The Rumbaugh Oration contest, open to all students in grades 9-12, supports the Secondary School and SAR education objectives by perpetuating the stories of patriotism, courage, tragedy, and triumph of the men and women who achieved the independence of the American people.
 
The stories are universal ones of man's eternal struggle against tyranny, relevant to all time, and will inspire and strengthen each generation as it is called upon to defend our freedoms on the battlefield and in our public institutions.
 
The Orations Contest has the endorsement and seal of approval on our website of the National Association of Secondary School Principals.
 
Our Chapter members are the primary drivers in stimulating students to participate. They work through teachers of all students in the school system and the Home School Associations.
 
The contest culminates in an inspiring National Oration Contest held each year, with State winners representing their respective Societies and Districts.
 
 
 
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THE CHILDREN OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION AWARD
This award is given at chapter, state, and national levels to C.A.R. members who have performed outstanding service in the furthering of the principles of freedom, and knowledge about and appreciation of the American Revolution, and in supporting the goals of the C.A.R.
 
(C.A.R. members)
 
 
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