Send us your best stories!
Entry Fee: $35 per student
All participants receive personalized feedback on their submission from an Author, and a certificate of participation!
Cash Prizes!
Fall 2023 Theme: Fiction
Entry Deadline: November 1st
Winners Announced: December 4th
How do I enter the Writing contest?
1. Choose the correct age division for your student and download the Entry Form!
2.Register your student in the Writing Contest and pay the entry fee online or with a charter school voucher!
3. Submit your student's story and entry form to the competition email or through snail mail before the deadline!
Contest Rules and information can be found on the Entry Forms below!
All Submissions will be blind-judged
by children's Author
Ashley Elizabeth
Level 1
Imagine & Dream
This division is for students aged 10-13 years old. Story must be original with age-appropriate vocabulary and themes. Submitted work must reflect the curiosity and wonder around us. Download the Entry form below-for contest rules for level 1.
Grand Prize Winner
$100& Blue ribbon
1st place certificate, a writer's gift &
the front page in our student spotlight!
Second Place
$50& Red ribbon
2nd place certificate
Third Place
$25& White ribbon
3rd place certificate
Level 2
Create & Explore
This division is for high school students, aged 14- 17 years old. Story must demonstrate plot ingenuity and have engaging characters. Submitted work must paint clear pictures through descriptive words and must explore literary themes that capture the reader's attention. Download the Entry form below-for contest rules for level 2.
Grand Prize Winner
$250& Blue ribbon
1st place certificate, writer's gift &
the front page in our high school student spotlight!
Second Place
$100& Red ribbon
2nd place certificate
Third Place
$50& White ribbon
3rd place certificate