America’s Field Trip Contest Now Open!

America’s Field Trip is a nationwide contest that is a great opportunity for educators to incorporate celebrations of America’s 250th anniversary into their curriculum.

The contest, for students in grades 3-12, asks students to share their perspectives on what America means to them. The submission must be writing or original artwork. 250 students nationwide will earn an unforgettable field trip experience at some of the nation’s most iconic historic and cultural landmarks.

You can find classroom resources specific to America’s Field Trip and broken out by grade bands, at the America 250 teacher resources webpage.

For more opportunities to mark America’s 250th in your classroom, go to the South Dakota America’s 250th Commission website.