The Alsatian Pioneers Chapter of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas is pleased to announce the 2026 DRT essay competition for all 4th & 7th grade students in Medina County. The purpose of this contest is to stimulate interest in early Texas history for the students in our state.
*The 4th grade essays topic for this year is: Alabama-Coushatta Tribe in the Republic of Texas: Their interaction with the settlers and assistance during the Texas Revolution.
*The 7th grade essay topic this year is: Many flags were used during the Texas Revolution. Choose 3 and tell why they were designed; who designed them; what the design meant; and how and where they were used.
Contest information and requirements have been emailed to local teachers and administrators on the appropriate school campuses throughout Medina County. Homeschooled or other 4th or 7th grade Medina County students may contact the committee chairs for contest information
Essays will be due on February 2, 2026. They can be mailed (and postmarked) to: Daughters of the Republic of Texas, Alsatian Pioneer Chapter, P.O. Box 1519, Castroville, Tx. 78009, on or before Feb. 2, 2026. For drop off, contact committee chairs.
Thank you,
DRT Alsatian Pioneer Chapter – Essay & Scholarship Committee Chairs
Beth Bauer – beth.rihnbauer@gmail.com or 210-288-8163
Nancy Saathoff – gnsaathoff@aol.com or 210-289-6205
DRT Texas History Essay Contests open for 4TH & 7TH graders in Medina County
