MINNETONKA, MN – Today, Rep. Dean Phillips (MN-03) kicked-off his first student essay competition. Phillips invites all middle and high school students living or attending school in Minnesota’s Third Congressional District to submit a 600 word essay to the competition by February 17, 2020. In the essay prompt, Phillips asks:
Reflect on an unsung hero (living or dead) with a connection to Minnesota who made a positive impact on the lives of others. How did their work impact their community, and why should other people know their story?
A panel of expert judges will select one winning middle school essay and one winning high school essay. Winners will be invited to present their essays to Congressman Phillips and will receive assistance in submitting their pieces for publication in local newspapers.
Prompt: Reflect on an unsung hero (living or dead) with a connection to Minnesota who made a positive impact on the lives of others. How did their work impact their community, and why should other people know their story?
Deadline: February 17, 2020
Age Groups:
Middle School (grades 6-8)
High School (grades 9-12)
Submit by email: grant.anderla@mail.house.gov
Submit by mail:
Office of Congressman Dean Phillips
13911 Ridgedale Drive
Minnetonka, MN 55305
Click here to learn more about essay format, judging criteria, and submission requirements.