Friends of Polish Art (FPA) is thrilled to announce the 2024 Suzanne Marie Margaret Sloat Youth Literary Competition, a distinguished opportunity for young writers. This competition encourages students from 4th to 12th grade to display their literary skills and delve into themes related to Polish culture and heritage.
Competition Details
The competition is segmented into three levels, catering to different age groups:
- Level I: 4th-6th Grade
- Level II: 7th-9th Grade
- Level III: 10th-12th Grade
Participants are required to submit an essay on the theme, “My adventures with a famous Polish person or Polish Legend or Mythological Creature.” Essays must be original, unpublished, and between 500 and 1000 words in length. Entries can be submitted in either English or Polish.
Submission Guidelines
- Deadline: Monday, July 1st, 2024
- Format: Typed, double-spaced, and submitted as a Word or PDF attachment
- Entry Form: Include the attached “Entry Form/Permission Slip” with your submission
Awards and Recognition
Winners will be honored at the annual FPA General Membership Meeting in September 2024. The exact date will be announced later. Prizes for each level are as follows:
Level I:
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- 1st Place: $100
- 2nd Place: $75
- 3rd Place: $50
Level II:
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- 1st Place: $125
- 2nd Place: $100
- 3rd Place: $75
Level III:
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- 1st Place: $150 (matched by ACPC)
- 2nd Place: $125
- 3rd Place: $100
Winning essays will be featured on the Friends of Polish Art website and you can submit your
By entering the competition, participants grant FPA the right to publish and reprint their essays without royalties or fees.
