32nd Annual Essay Contest
Dear Fifth Grade Teacher:
The Monmouth County Historical Commission is pleased to
announce its 32nd ANNUAL ESSAY CONTEST. Below are links with rules and
guidelines, as well as a form to list participating students. Please submit
this form with the essays. If you have any questions or would like
clarification, please contact Meg Sharp Walton by email at
Margaret.SharpWalton@co.monmouth.nj.us.
While the County has long encouraged the visitation of a
Monmouth County historic site as an essay topic, we continue to include the
option to write about a family member's history because we believe making
history personal helps increase interest.
The excitement of winning brings joy to the families,
teachers, and of course the students. However, as one teacher pointed out, “we
enter for the satisfaction of participating rather than to win prizes.” We hope
more students will have the opportunity to share the satisfaction of
participating and for some, the joy of winning. The Commission will present a
certificate and book store gift cards to the top three essay winners.
The Commission thanks you in advance for your cooperation in
making this Essay Contest a part of your curriculum. We look forward to reading
your students' essays.
Sincerely,
Glenn Cashion
Chairperson, Education Committee
2024-2025 School Year Essay Contest Teacher Form