Contest is open to 6th – 12th grade students
The SAR Youth Video Contest is an exciting new format where you can share what you know about the American Revolution. Tell us about a person, battle, document, or event during the American struggle for independence and do it in video form.
Entries must contain ORIGINAL content and must be based on scholarly research of the presented topic. Content may not violate copyright laws. The subject of the entry should focus on an event, personality, document, or topic pertaining to the American Revolution. Emphasis on the 250th anniversary of the Revolution is recommended. The style, approach, and perspective are not limited.
- Eligible Contests: 6th – 12th grade students
- Video length: 3 – 5 minutes
- Individual or group projects accepted
- At least 3 research references are required
- Videos submitted to Chapter: January 15
- Chapter winners submitted to State by: February 1
- State winners submitted to Nationals by: February 15
National contest winners receive $1500 for 1st place, and $500 for 2nd place.
North Carolina SAR contest winners receive $500 for 1st place, and $250 for 2nd place.