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2024 - 2025 Prompt

What does patriotism mean to you after reading Saving Dr. Warren... "A True Patriot?" When have you seen true patriotism in your life? Where would you like to see more of it?

 

Eligibility:

  • Open to kids ages 11-18

  • Past years' winners are not eligible for following years' submissions

Specifications:

  • Approximately 500-1,000 Words

  • Double-spaced, Times New Roman

  • When submitted electronically it must be a Word Document or PDF

  • Include a cover page with:

    • Full Name​

    • Email Address

    • Grade Level

    • School Name & School Address

    • Name of School Teacher Who Oversaw The Writing Process (This may include parents who homeschool their children)

       *Link to Cover Page Form

Criteria:

  • Must include examples, events and characters from the novel Saving Dr. Warren... "A True Patriot"

  • Must relate patriotism to your personal life (the use of current events is encouraged) 

  • Adherence to guidelines and carefully proofread (good grammar, punctuation, spelling, etc.)

  • Submitted on or before the DEADLINE March 5

Awards:

  • Steve O'Dell Award ($500)

    • Best Overall Essay

  • Grace Levy Award ($250)

    • Closely Tied To Personal Examples Of Patriotism

  • Lee Warren Award ($100)

    • Closely Tied To Examples of Patriotism From The Stories In The Novel

Submission:

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Good Luck! 

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