'Being an American' Essay Contest Could Garner $1,000 for Local Student

On the heels of a municipal election that failed to inspire voters to exercise their Constitutional rights, this contest might help recalibrate the next generation of good citizens.

"Being an American" essay contest is geared toward high school age students in grades 9-12. This year's question is:

How does the Constitution establish and maintain a culture of liberty?

You can find all the information and contest rules at www.billorrightsinstitute.org. 

About the Bill of Rights Institute:

The Bill of Rights Institute is a 501(c)(3) not for profit organization, based in Arlington, Va., was started by the Charles G. Koch Charitable Foundation. Mr. Koch saw that many high-school teachers had inadequate resources to develop educational materials on the principles, institutions, and ideas upon which our country was founded. The Institute was launched in September 1999 with the initial seed funding from the Charles G. Koch Charitable Foundation and under the leadership of Victoria Hughes. Victoria, a former teacher herself, led the Institute for the first 10 years. Tony Woodlief leads the Institute today as its President.