It's that time of year again when we think about the District 5610 Four Way Test Essay Contest. This is a great way to spread our Rotary ideals into our communities. The contest involves 6th graders and they are asked to write a 200 to 500 word essay on "How can I apply the Rotary 4 Way Test to my life?" You will be amazed and excited at the perspective 6th graders have on our 4 Way Test. You need to find a 6th grade teacher or group of teachers who are willing to participate in this great project. Provide the teacher with the attached forms describing the contest, it's history and requirements. Participant Entry Form, Participant Guideline, 4-Way Test History, Judging Guidelines, and Judge's Score Sheet.
When the essays have been written the teachers can narrow down the group and submit their top ten or they can submit all of the essays that they collect to your club. You need judges to determine the top essays and your club can reward a 1st, 2nd and 3rd prize if you so choose. Then by the deadline of March 15, 2019 you need to submit your winning essay to the district where it will be judged with all of the other club winners. The District 5610 winners will be announced at PETS in April of 2019. The first place winner will receive a $500 check, a certificate, a Four Way Test coin and the chance to read their essay at the District Conference in Hot Springs. Second place receives a $300 check, a certificate and a Four Way Test coin while third place receives a $200 check, a certificate and a Four Way Test coin. We are hoping that many of the District 5610 clubs will participate in this terrific project where we teach young people about what Rotary stands for. For questions or more information contact Pat Sutliff.