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PATRIOTS PEN
WHO CAN ENTER:
The Patriot's Pen program is open to students in grades 6-8, who are enrolled in
a public, private or parochial high school or home study program in the United
States and its territories.
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HOW TO ENTER:
Students should first ask a teacher or youth group leader to supervise their
progress in the competition. Then the student should contact VFW Post 1503
and establish a contact person who is a member of that Post or its Ladies
Auxiliary.
Next, it's time to start drafting your response considering the 2011-2012
themes: "Are You Proud of Your Country?" Essays must be no
less than 300 words and should not exceed 400 words and should be submitted
to the Post 1503, along with the completed Patriot's Pen entry form no later
than November 1, 2011. Application forms are available at VFW.org
(Community/Programs). Mail entry form and written essay, in a clearly
marked envelope, to include: name, school, telephone number and an e-mail
address (if applicable) to: VFW, Post 1503, 14631
Minnieville Road, Dale City, Virginia 22193.
JUDGING CRITERIA:
Knowledge of the theme is worth 30 points: You must show a
thorough knowledge of the theme in your work. Demonstrate you have researched
the issue extensively.
Theme development is worth 35 points: Answer all relevant facts about the theme
such as the who, what, where, when and why. Relate the theme to your own
experiences.
Clarity of ideas is worth 35 points: Write your essay in an
easy-to-understand format. Leave your reader with a clear understanding of your
explanation of the theme.
Consult VFW.org for application forms.
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