Sunday, November 16, 2008

ESSAY CONTEST (grades 9-12)

Deadline: January 23, 2009

10 Winning Students
$2500 each in cash prizes

TOPIC: "Why is it important to understand patriotism in Indian Country?"

DEADLINE: Essays must be postmarked no later than Monday, January 19, 2009 and received by Friday, January 23,2009

WHO: High School Students (Grades 9-12)

WHERE: High Schools Across the United States

GUIDELINES: 750-1200 Words, typewritten, double-spaced, with numbered pages
**See official rules on the website for all entry details and essay specifications**

ESSAY CRITERIA: Originality & Creativity, eloquence of writing style, structure
(How well thought out the essay is), grammar and relevance to the topic

HOW TO ENTER
1. Go to the website www.reconnectingthecircle.com
2. Read the Official Rules & Regulations.
3. Print out the Official Entry & Permission Form, legibly
print information in blue or black pen, and have a parent
or legal guardian sign it (if you are under the age of 18).
4. Read the full essay question.*
5. Include the completed Entry & Permission Form with 2
copies of your essay and send by mail to: Reconnecting
The Circle, National High School Essay Contest,
PO Box 8842, Reston, VA 20195.

NOTE: All Essay Contest details listed here.

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