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[Event announcement submission courtesy of the Sudbury 250 Committee]
Lincoln 250, Sudbury 250, and Lincoln Sudbury Regional High School are proud to announce the following winners of LSRHS 250th Essay Contest.
- Molly Hatcher
- Marin Raniere
- Goeun Rottman
Congratulations to all the students who submitted essays offering their perspective on American history, promises redeemed and aspirational, and the work ahead. Here is an excerpt from the essay contest announcement.
“This is an opportunity to reflect on the historical significance of this milestone and explore how the history of our local communities has shaped our understanding of American history and the foundational ideals of liberty, equality, and democracy.”
Essay Theme:
Students are encouraged to consider the following questions in their essays:
- How has living near historic sites influenced your perspective on American history and the principles outlined in the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution?
- In what ways do you see these promises fulfilled—or unfulfilled—today?
- What actions, whether personal or local, can help ensure that these founding ideals are fully realized in our communities?
Essays may explore any of these questions or other relevant themes surrounding the significance of the nation’s 250th anniversary.”
We would like to thank our esteemed panel of judges who volunteered to read and evaluate the entries.
We just celebrated the 250th anniversary of the start of the American Revolution on 4/19. As local commemorations continue till the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence on 7/4/2026, it is an opportune time for all of us to reflect on the essay themes that our students addressed.
Kim Bodnar
Chair, Lincoln 250 Planning Committee
Radha Gargeya
Chair, Sudbury 250 Committee
Ravi Simon
Chair, L-S School Committee
Andrew Stephens
Superintendent/Principal, Lincoln Sudbury
