This contest was originally named in honor of S.A.R. Compatriot President Calvin Coolidge who won an S.A.R. essay contest while a student at Amherst.   The contest was reestablished in 1988 by Compatriot McCarthy DeMere.

In 1995, the contest was renamed the George S. and Stella M. Knight Essay Contest in honor of their generous gift to the S.A.R. to support this contest.  The contest is designed to give high school students an opportunity to explore events that shaped American History.

the Empire State Society Knight Essay Contest has concluded with a selection of First, Second, and Third place winners from among the eligible entries received from the Chapters throughout New York State.

For answers to your questions regarding how to submit your essay or specific rules email Chairman of the Knight Essay for The Long Island Chapter S.A.R.