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Fri, Jan 16
|Student Letters must be postmarked by 3/1.
Lt Governor's Patriotism Letter Competition
Missouri students are invited to reflect on this historic milestone by submitting a letter explaining why they are proud to be an American.
Time & Location
Jan 16, 2026, 7:00 PM – Feb 28, 2026, 11:00 PM
Student Letters must be postmarked by 3/1.
About the event
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Dear Missouri Teachers and Students,
On July 4, 1776, the Declaration of Independence was signed, marking the
birth of the United States of America. As we approach our nation’s 250th
anniversary on July 4, 2026, I invite Missouri students to reflect on this
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