Are you in 9-12 Grade?
You're invited to participate in the.........
Christopher Columbus Essay Contest
Imagine you have been chosen to join Christopher Columbus' crew as he sets out for the New World. What are your thoughts and feelings as you prepare for this potentially hazardous mission? What skills do you possess that are essential to your success and survival? Why do you want to go on this voyage and what do you hope to gain from this experience?
The Apalachee Chapter of the NSDAR is sponsoring the NSDAR American History Essay Contest for grades 9-12. The title of this year's essay is "Joining Christopher Columbus on his Voyage to the New World". Students who plan to enter this contest should follow the rules as outlined in the attached packet of information. Essays that do not follow the rules as specified will be disqualified. The student's entry should be post marked no later than November 1, 2014.
Questions about the essay contest may be addressed to the American History Chairman, Opal Bunce. Her email address is rbunce@uga.edu. Phone 706-549-0540.
