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Non-Members |
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Charles and Eleanor Schweizer American
History Teachers Award
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The Illinois Society of the Sons of the
American Revolution, whose mission and objectives are patriotic,
historical, and educational, wish to identify, recognize, and commend
Outstanding Social Studies Teachers.
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M. & Berdena King Eagle Scout Scholarship |
Open to all Eagle Scouts
currently registered in an
active unit who have not reached their 19th birthday during the year of
application. (The application year is the calendar year, 01 Jan. to 31
Dec.) The year that Eagle was awarded is not restricted. College plans do
not need to be completed in order to receive the cash scholarship.
The
Illinois Society awards a $500 scholarship to one Eagle Scout who then is
invited to compete for the national cash scholarship.
2007
Illinois Society recipient:
Paul
David Bailey
Three
national cash scholarship awards are given:
1st
place - $8,000.00;
2nd
place - $4,000.00;
3rd
place - $2,000.00.
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George
S. & Stella M. Knight Essay Contest |
A nationwide contest designed to give high school students (sophomores,
juniors, and seniors) an opportunity to explore events that shaped
American History. The contest was named for the George S. and Stella M.
Knight Essay Contest in honor of their generous gift to the SAR to support
it.
1st
Place - $2,000;
2nd
Place - $1,000;
3rd
Place - $500
$200
State Award for First Place;
$100
for Second Place;
$50 for Third Place.
2007
Recipients:
1st-Michael
Rotsch, Bloomington
University High School, (Bronze
Good Citizenship Medal)
2nd-Joseph
N. Howard, Lemont High School
3rd-Adam
Kaufman, Milford Christ Lutheran High School |
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Joseph
S. Rumbaugh Historical
Oration Contest |
Contests
for an original oration of not less than five minutes nor more than six,
dealing with the Revolutionary War period.
1st
Place - $3,000;
2nd
Place - $2,000;
3rd
Place - $1,000;
All
other finalists - $300;
All
other national contestants - $200.
$500
cash award to Illinois State winner
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ROTC/JROTC
Recognition Program |
This
award is presented by a Chapter, State Society, or National Society to
ROTC or JROTC cadets who are selected for having a high degree of merit
with respect to leadership qualities, military bearing and general
excellence.
$1,000
National Scholarship & All-Expense Paid Trip to SAR National Congress;
Medal Award for each high school nominee
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Americanism
Elementary School
Poster Contest |
The Americanism Committee is
pleased to announce a National Americanism Poster Contest directed
at students in the 4th or 5th grades, depending on
which grade year the American Revolution is taught in their educational
system. The topic for the Poster Contest will be set by the
Americanism Committee at each Spring Trustee's Meeting for the upcoming
fall school year. The contest will be judged at the National
Congress each year.
1st
Place - $300 Savings Bond;
2nd
Place - $200 Savings Bond;
3rd
Place - $100 Savings Bond.
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Patriotic
Recognition Fire Service
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For exceptional service by fire
service, emergency response, and fire insurance person. |
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Patriotic
Recognitiom Law Enforcement |
For exceptional service by
police, state troopers, and officers of the courts.
2007
Recipient:
Jerr
S. Kretlow, McLean Co. Deputy Sheriff
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Patriotic
Recognition Heroism |
For outstanding bravery and
self-sacrifice in the face of imminent danger. |
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Patriotic
RecognitionFlag Certificate |
For citizens who regularly and
properly display the Flag of the United States |
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SAR Daughters of Liberty
Medal |
Presented to a lady in
appreciation for her unselfish devotion, tireless efforts and assistance to the SAR, and who has dedicated her time, energy,
ability and/or finances to the organization in support and furtherance of the stated objectives of the National Society, SAR. |
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SAR Medal of Appreciation |
Presented to a member of the DAR in good standing in recognition of and in appreciation for outstanding
services rendered to the SAR. |
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Martha Washington Medal |
Presented to a woman over 18 years of age in recognition of outstanding service to SAR. |
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Outstanding Citizenship
Award Lapel Pin |
Presented to deserving students
in recognition of high ideals of character and citizenship. |
