Essay Contest for Secondary Students
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ORA is sponsoring an essay contest for students in grades 9 - 12. This year's theme is
"My Life as a Reader"
Students may determine the specific content of the essay but should include why the significance reading has had in their lives.
Essays will be judged in two divisions: 9th - 10th grade and 11th - 12th grade.
First-place winners will receive $100.
Second-place winners will receive $75.
Third-place winners will receive $50.
Winning essays will be published on the ORA website. Teachers of the winning students will receive certificates of recognition.
Who May Enter:
Students in grades 9 to 12. Each teacher may submit a maximum of five (5) entries.
Format and Length:
500 to 750 words, typed, double-spaced, NO student name on essay.
"My Life as a Reader"
Students may determine the specific content of the essay but should include why the significance reading has had in their lives.
Essays will be judged in two divisions: 9th - 10th grade and 11th - 12th grade.
First-place winners will receive $100.
Second-place winners will receive $75.
Third-place winners will receive $50.
Winning essays will be published on the ORA website. Teachers of the winning students will receive certificates of recognition.
Who May Enter:
Students in grades 9 to 12. Each teacher may submit a maximum of five (5) entries.
Format and Length:
500 to 750 words, typed, double-spaced, NO student name on essay.
