Our 2010 Essay Contest is now open!
This year's theme is:
What does patriotism mean to you, and where do you see patriotism displayed in your everyday life?
All 8th grade students in living in Kendall County or attending school in Kendall County, including home-schooled students, are eligible.
Essays should be two pages or less, and may be double-spaced. All essays must include a cover page listing the student's name, address and phone number, and the name of the school that the student attends.
Deadline for entries is January 30, 2010. Essays may be submitted via e-mail to kcrjess@gmail.com.
Two winners will be chosen from the entries received. Each winner will receive a $200 savings bond and the opportunity to act as Page for the Day for on the floor of the House of Representatives and/or Senate in Springfield. The winners will also be interviewed by our local TV station. Please contact Jessica Bannister and Jacquie Purcell, Essay Committee Co-Chairs at mailto:kcrjess@gmail.comwith any questions.
