The Central Brooklyn Martin Luther King Commission in conjunction with
former Congressman Major Owens is
sponsoring the 27th Annual “Education – The Key To The Future” Essay and Poetry
contest for students in grades 4 – 12.
This contest is designed to
encourage students to learn about the wisdom and vision of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.,
after which our young people should be motivated to write their essays or poems
according to the guidelines enclosed. This is an occasion to provide an opportunity for
expressing critical thinking and creative communication skills, while reflecting the
philosophy of Dr. King.
All participating students will receive T-Shirts at the annual
celebration event.
Winners will receive awards, money and prizes at the commemorative celebration of Dr. King’s Birthday on Monday, January 16, 2012 at Prospect
Heights High School Campus.
We
are inviting you and your faculty to participate in this project by submitting outstanding works from each of the two categories (Essay and Poetry)The guidelines for the contest are here. Contest entries must be
received on or before December 16, 2011. If
you need further information, please call (347) 599-2061.
Mail
or deliver submissions to: The Essay and Poetry Contest, 316 State St, Brooklyn, NY 11201.
Thank
you for your interest and participation.
Yours Truly,
Major R. Owens
President & Founder