ESSAY OR POEM CONTENT: In thinking about respecting all life & using the theme Live the Gospel of Life: to imitate Christ and follow in his footsteps. Explain what it means to you by writing an essay or a poem. WHO MAY ENTER: Students in Grades 5 through 12 ESSAY REQUIREMENTS: 150-200 words - Students in Grades 5,6,7,8 200-300 words - Students in Grades 9,10,11,12 If writing a poem, the number of words are not a requirement. POSTMARK DEADLINE: Monday, March 15, 2021 If further ?’s, please contact Bonita Thom @ 715-392-2937; bthom@catholicdos.org