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Follow on Google News | Writing Contest for Teens Broadens Professional HorizonBestselling author challenges teens to write through nationwide contest.
By: Right Track Academic Support Services, LLC The contest, sponsored by independent educational publisher Right Track Academic Support Services, LLC, is open to teens ages 13–19 enrolled in grades 9-12. Entries must be original, unpublished works between 1250 - 1500 words. Winners will receive Visa® gift cards and have their entries posted online at www.wegottaread.com alongside other free resources for secondary teachers. The monetary prize demonstrates the contest organizer’s belief that students should be exposed to a variety of well-paying career options. Stimpson encourages teens from her own experience as an entrepreneur who combines her gift of writing with her background as a classroom teacher. “I want kids to understand that you don’t have to sing or dance or play a sport to get paid. If you love reading and writing, there are lots of opportunities for you to pursue your passion professionally.” For complete rules and entry information, visit www.wegottaread.com/ # # # Right Track Academic Support Services, LLC, is an independent publisher of high-interest reading material for struggling secondary readers. End
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