Registration open April 1 - June 1.  See registration form below.

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Theme:

How can I discover my roots?

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The Purpose:

To encourage Acadiana to learn about African and African American Historical Facts and understand why freedom is so precious and calls for true understanding.

 

Essay Contest Guidelines:

Eligible ages:      13 to 18 years

Requirements:

1. Use the theme stated above.

2. Minimum number of words:  150

3. Format:  Double-space (Neatly handwritten or typed); well-written

4. Write the following on the top left of paper:

   1. Child’s name

   2. Parent’s name & phone number (if under 18)

   3. Address

   4. Email

   5. Phone number, if different from parent’s

5. After writing the essay, complete the registration form below and upload it to our website.

Winner Prizes:  Three winners to be awarded gift cards, $100 to $300, donated by A Freeman Driving School.

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Poster Contest Guidelines:

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Eligible ages:      8 to 12 years

Requirements:

1. Use the theme stated above.

2. After creating the poster, take a picture and upload it to our website.

3. Write the following on the top left of the poster:

   1. Child’s name

   2. Parent’s name & phone number (if under 18)

   3. Address

   4. Email

   5. Phone number, if different from parent’s

4. After completing the poster, take a picture, complete the registration form below and upload it to our website. 

Winner Prizes:  Three winners to be awarded gift cards, $25 to $100, donated by A Freeman Driving School.

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