In preparation for America's 250th anniversary; America250, the official nonpartisan entity charged with planning the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, will award 75 first-place students and their designated chaperones “free travel, lodging and access to unforgettable field trip experiences at select historical and cultural sites across the country. Contest is open to students in elementary school through high school, and asks for essay, artwork, and a video about America.