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This is it, writers — the final countdown. Entries for the 917 Society's 2026 Essay Contest are due October 1, 2026, and that date will be here before you know it. If you're an 8th-grade student (or the teacher of one), here's your last-call guide to getting your essay submitted on time. Quick Contest Refresher Theme: "What America 250 Means to Me" Who can enter: 8th-grade students anywhere in the United States Length: 300–500 words Deadline: October 1, 2026 Winners announce

Three days. In three days, schools across all 50 states will mark Constitution Day 2026 — the first one during the United States' 250th anniversary year. Here's what's happening nationwide — and a few last-minute ideas if you still need them. What the 917 Society is seeing this year The 917 Society has distributed the 250th Anniversary Edition pocket Constitution to 8th-grade classrooms across all 50 states. This year has been one of the highest-demand in the organization's h

America 250 civics education can turn Constitution Day 2026 into a lasting lesson in freedom, responsibility, and informed citizenship.

On this extraordinary Fourth of July, we're celebrating 250 years of freedom and the timeless document that protects it. This fall, the 917 Society will place our 250th Anniversary Edition pocket Constitution into the hands of 8th graders across all 50 states. Because the best way to honor America's birthday is to pass the torch. Happy Independence Day! #America250 #HappyFourthofJuly #ConstitutionDay #917Society #PocketConstitution #CivicEducation" Twitter/X: #Happy 250