Americanism
Shawn Giesler – 2026-2027 Chairman
PO Box 381, Salem, SD 57058
The purpose of the Americanism program is to promote patriotism and responsible citizenship. Standing Rules #6, Core National Standing Committees
Key Program Statements
- Be knowledgeable on flag history, etiquette, and proper disposal methods, and promote the observation of patriotic holidays so your community will look to the ALA for information.
- Increase participation in the Americanism Essay & Poem Contests.
- Participate in the promotion of The American Legion Americanism programs.
Committee
- Coming soon
Action Plan
2026-2027 Poem & Essay Contest Information
- 2026-2027 Americanism Essay Cover Sheet
- 2026-2027 Americanism Essay Cover Sheet-Fillable
- 2026-2027 Americanism Poem Contest Form
- 2026-2027 Americanism Poem Contest Form-Fillable
- 2026-2027 Americanism Essay Contest Scoring Rubric
Annual Reporting Forms
- 2026-2027 Americanism End of Year Report--Due April 15
- 2026-2027 Americanism End of Year Report-Fillable--Due April 15
- 2026-2027 Americanism End of Year Report - Online Submission Form--Due April 15
- National Unit Award: Dorothy Pearl Most Outstanding Unit Americanism Program (per division)--Online Submission--Due June 1st
2026-2027 National Americanism Newsletters
- July 2026 Americanism Newsletter–National
- August 2026 Americanism Newsletter-National
- September 2026 Americanism Newsletter-National