The theme for the 2010 Essay/Poster Contest is TBD. Please check back frequently for updated contest details.

 

Essay/Poster Contest Rules

 

PLEASE NOTE:

The contest is open to all 6th, 7th & 8th grade students affiliated with a local TAME alliance.

 

Poster Guidelines

 

• No group projects are allowed.  All work must be the work of an individual.
• No alliance names or logos can be on the front of the poster.
• Use only a standard size (22" x 28") white poster board.
• Poster board edges shall not be altered in any way.
• This year's exact theme must appear on the poster. 
• All words must be spelled correctly and be clearly readable.  As a guideline, all lettering should be at least 1" high.  No stick-on lettering is allowed.
• Inks, paints, watercolors, colored pencils and chalks may be used.  The selection and combination is up to the student.
• No black and white work - the poster must have color.
• No magazine, newspaper, computer-generated drawings, or other cutouts are allowed.
• No stick-on lettering is allowed, and all words must be spelled correctly.

 

Essay Guidelines

 

• Essays should be typed or handwritten (must be legible).
• 500 word maximum
• Essays should be formatted to include an introduction, body, and conclusion.
• Essays should express creativity and originality and relate to the poster and theme.
• Both essays AND posters must have the official entry label taped to the BACK.

Entry Label

• If no award preference has been chosen on the entry label, a gift card to Barnes and Noble will be provided. 
• Once an award has been issued, there cannot be any exchanges or replacements so please put your award in a safe place.
• Social Security number and home address MUST be provided for all winners who request a savings bond or the bond cannot be issued.