VFW and Auxiliary patriotic essay contests
The Wadena VFW Post 3922 and Auxiliary are sponsoring the annual Patriot’s Pen and Voice of Democracy essay/scholarship contests for students in Bertha-Hewitt, Sebeka, Staples-Motley, Verndale, and Wadena-Deer Creek School Districts. Home-school students are also invited to enter their age-appropriate contest. Entries must be submitted to school contact persons by Tuesday, Oct. 25.
The Patriot’s Pen essay contest encourages area seventh and eighth grade students to write a 300-400 word essay discussing the topic “The America I Believe In.” The top national prize is $5,000. Local prizes will also be awarded at each participating school as well as by Post 3922.
The Voice of Democracy audio-essay contest is open to students in grades 9-12. Entrants must prepare and record on CD a three-five minute speech on the topic “My Responsibility to America.” The top national prize is $30,000. Local prizes will also be awarded at each participating school as well as by Post 3922.
Information and entry forms will be available at local schools; interested persons may also call Ruth Clark at 218-631-1035.
