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Essay Contest



2008/09Topic: "The Power of Youth"

Eligibility
The contest is open to students under age 19 as of December 31st of the current school year.

2006-07 Hilliard Optimist Club Essay Contest
The topic for this past year was especially difficult, "I Want to Make a Difference Because...". Each contestant submitted a 500 word or less original essay. The finalists included:

1st Place   Chris Mitchell, Darby High School
2nd Place  Brianna Lamoso, Darby High School
3rd Place   Conor Driscoll, Memorial Middle School

Chris' Essay was submitted for the District competition where he is eligible to compete for both District and International scholarships. Each winner received a Medallion and cash prizes (1st - $250; 2nd - $150 and 3rd - $100). Congratulations to all of our finalists!



Left to right: Chris Mitchell and Conor Driscoll (not pictured Brianna Lamoso)

Purpose
This contest is sponsored by Optimist International to give young people the opportunity to write about their own opinions regarding the world in which they live. The approach can encompass a young person's personal experience, the experience of their country or a more historical perspective. The topic selected each year is intended to give young people the room to develop their own views around a central idea. In addition to the opportunity for written expression, participants have the opportunity to win a college scholarship of up to $5,000! Each year, more than 1,000 Clubs participate in this contest.

Mission / Vision Statement:
By providing hope and positive vision, Optimists bring out the best in kids.

"We cannot always build the future for our youth, but we can build our youth for the future."

- Franklin D. Roosevelt  
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