Friday, October 17, 2014

5th Grader Finalist in "A Book That Shaped Me" Contest

On October 9, the Library of Congress announced the winners of its "A Book That Shaped Me" Summer Writing Contest. This program asks rising fifth and sixth graders to reflect on a book that has made a personal impact in their lives. Holton's Cora Jackson '22 has been named a Maryland state finalist in this contest!

According to the Library of Congress website, "More than 200 young readers submitted essays to participating public libraries in the Mid-Atlantic region in this third year of the contest . . . Five finalists per state were chosen in an initial round of judging. The finalists each will receive a $50 gift-card prize." 

Way to go, Cora!