2009 Peace Essay Contest
Theme: " Peace is costly but it is worth the expense" -- African Proverb
What are the costs of building a peaceful life, a peaceful community and a peaceful world? Think beyond finances. Think about the costs in personal comfort and human effort. What special contributions can young people make in paying these costs? Why would paying such costs of peace be worthwhile?
- First Prize -- $100
- Second Prize -- $50
- Third Prize -- $25
- Five Honorable Mentions -- $20
- Prizes awarded in 4 different age divisions
Open to any elementary, middle, or high school student in Virginia.
Prizes awarded at each school level: K-3, 4-5, middle (6-8), and high school.
Entries judged on content, composition, style and grammar, with emphasis on the content and creativity of the ideas expressed.
Deadline for entries: April 20, 2009. Submit two copies of each entry, along with a completed entry form.
Each entry must be the original work of the student author.
Winners will be notified on or before June 1, 2009.
Mission: The Richmond Peace Education Center works to build a peaceful community that
- Appreciates diversity;
- Resolves conflicts non-violently ;
- Builds safety through cooperation and community;
- Shares economic and political power equitably;
- Takes its place within the community of earth responsibly;
- Empowers all individuals to live full and abundant lives.
Mail or deliver entries to: Essay Contest, RPEC, 400 W. 32nd St., Richmond VA 23225 For an entry form, click here. |
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