Herzog Foundation Launches 2024 Bill of Rights Essay Contest for Middle and High School Students
The Herzog Foundation is excited to announce the launch of its third annual Bill of Rights essay contest, inviting middle and high school students enrolled in Christian schools or homeschools to participate. This year, essays will be accepted until November 27, with winners announced on December 15, coinciding with Bill of Rights Day.
“The Bill of Rights has been a cornerstone of American liberty for over 230 years, serving as a vital framework for our rights and freedoms,” said Herzog Foundation Chairman Todd Graves. “As we approach the United States Semiquincentennial in 2026, it’s more important than ever that young Americans grasp the historical significance and ongoing relevance of our foundational documents.”
Students are invited to respond to the prompt: “What made the Bill of Rights revolutionary and unique at the time of its ratification? How has it shaped the United States and its citizens over the years?”
The contest will recognize one winner in each category: middle school (grades 6-8) and high school (grades 9-12). Each winner, along with their school, will receive a $300 award from the Herzog Foundation, with additional recognition for a select number of runners-up, who will receive awards of $150.
“Now, more than ever, we must instill a sense of civic responsibility and appreciation for American values in the next generation,” emphasized Herzog Foundation President Darrell Jones. “It’s essential for families and educators to engage with our nation’s founding documents. The Herzog Foundation aims to honor students and schools that not only understand but actively celebrate our fundamental American beliefs.”
For more details about the Herzog Foundation’s Bill of Rights Essay Contest, including submission guidelines, please click here. Revisit the inspiring work of our past winners:
About the Stanley M. Herzog Charitable Foundation
The Stanley M. Herzog Charitable Foundation is a charitable foundation dedicated to catalyzing and accelerating the development of quality Christ-centered K-12 education so that families and culture flourish.
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