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High School Essay Contest

Congressman Jonathan Jackson invites local high school students to share what America means to them in honor of our nation's 250 birthday!

PROMPT 

  • Essay length: 800-1000 words
  • Respond to: "What does America mean to you?" 

SUBMISSION AND ELIGIBILITY GUIDELINES 

  • Competition begins: May 1st
  • Submission deadline: May 30 at 5pm PT
  • No AI usage
  • To be considered, student writers must reside and/or attend a high school in IL01

PRIZE 

  • The winner will receive a certificate of congressional recognition recognizing their work 

QUESTIONS? 

  • Email: sharron.troupe@mail.house.gov
  • Call our District Office: (773) 779-2400

 

You can submit your essay and information in the form found here (Google Form)