This year, Patriotic week will be celebrated September 11th – September 17th. Patriotic week was co-created in 2009 by Judge Michael Warren and his then 10-year-old daughter Leah, to capture the imagination and support of citizens across the nation. Each day a First Principle and a Founding Father or other Patriots will be discussed. In addition, vital speeches, documents, and flags from America will be covered. For specific details of the week please view this web site https://patriotweek.org/?page_id=820
In recognition of Patriotic week, the Department of State is holding an essay contest for students in grades 6– 12 celebrating the right to vote. Winners will be announced during Patriot Week. Winners will be chosen from each of the five Secretary of State regions as well as one grand prize winner. Each winner will receive a certificate of recognition and a patriotic-themed prize.
Michigan Secretary of State Essay Contest Rules
- Each essay should answer the question, “How does a citizen’s right to vote help make America the greatest country in the world?”
- Essays must have a title and should be no longer than 400 words.
- Your essay must include your name, grade (as of September 2012), address, and contact information to notify winners (phone or email).
Michigan Secretary of State Essay Contest Deadline:
All essays must be received no later than midnight on Friday, August 10 to be considered for recognition. Essays may be submitted through the U.S. mail or through email at sos-news@michigan.gov.
To submit your essay through the mail, send to:
Michigan Secretary of State Essay Contest
Office of Communications
Richard H. Austin Building, 4th Floor
430 West Allegan Street Lansing, MI 48918
You can read any further details here
https://www.michigan.gov/sos/0,4670,7-127-1640_62011—,00.html
Get those essays in soon and GOOD LUCK!
