The 2009 Fall Essay Contest is now open to students in grades seven and eight.  The purpose of the annual writing contest sponsored by LA GEAR UP is to target student achievement through writing.  The goal of this initiative is to promote writing proficiency in students across the State.  It is also an effort in which LA GEAR UP seek to encourage teachers and parents to participate in discussions regarding postsecondary opportunities with students.

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7th GRADE:    The owner of a very large company is offering a $10,000 scholarship to a student who can show that he or she has worked hard to achieve a goal.  Write an essay to convince the owner that you deserve the scholarship.  Tell the owner about a goal that you set for yourself and explain in detail how you achieved that goal.  In your essay give supporting evidence and convincing reasons why you should receive the scholarship.

8th GRADE:    Norman Vincent Peale, author, pastor and a founder of positive thinking said, “It takes struggle, a goal and enthusiasm to make a champion.”  Write an essay to explain what that quotation means to you.

For details on how to submit your essay, contact your school’s LA GEAR UP On-Site Coordinator.

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Posted: September 14th, 2009 under Reminders.
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