2018 Essay Contest Winners
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Since launching the essay contest during National School Choice Week in January, more than 300 Michigan charter school students have shared their stories with us about who their heroes are. We were deeply moved by the essays received.
Through these stories, we learned of many, many students who are embracing challenges and beating the odds day-in and day-out. We have come to understand that their mothers, siblings, fathers, grandparents, aunts, uncles, teachers and other special people in their lives are making an overwhelming difference and coaching them toward success through hard work and yes, often hardship. Michigan’s charter schools are full of strong and diverse students who are beating the odds and winning — we couldn’t be more proud!
Our accolades go out to all of the students who submitted. We are pleased to share the essays of our winners:
Winners
Congratulations to our winners!
Prizes
Prizes will be awarded for first, second, and third place winners in each division.
First Prize:
$250 and a trophy
Second Prize:
$125 and a certificate of recognition
Third Prize:
$50 and a certificate of recognition
Honorable Mention:
Certificate of recognition.
*Special recognition will also be given to the middle and high school classroom that submits the most and best essays.
First Prize:
$250 and a trophy
Second Prize:
$125 and a certificate of recognition
Third Prize:
$50 and a certificate of recognition
Honorable Mention:
Certificate of recognition.
*Special recognition will also be given to the middle and high school classroom that submits the most and best essays.
Judging Criteria
Judging Criteria: Entries will be reviewed by a panel of qualified judges. Winners will be selected based on the originality of their theme (be creative and compelling); how clearly the theme is expressed; and adherence to rules of grammar, punctuation, and style. The word count will be noted, but not strictly adhered to.
Publishing Rights: Entering the contest grants the Institute permission to publish essays in whole or in part, and use winners’ names and photographs to publicize winning entries.
For Questions: Contact the Institute at (989) 317-3510 or email essaycontest@charterinstitute.org
Click here to learn more about this contest.
Thank you for participating!
This contest is sponsored by the National Charter Schools Institute
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