A national essay contest encouraging students to explore the role of media literacy and journalism in democracy. Essays must align with the given prompt.
Essay | Language and Arts | Writing and Journalism
SPJ/JEA High School Essay Contest
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- Contact: staff@jea.org
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- Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ), Journalism Education Association (JEA)
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About the competition
Comp Info
- Estimated Ann. Participants: 750
- Cost: $5 per essay
- Estimated Time Commitment: Average
- Participant Format: Individual
- Event Format: Online Asynchronous
- Competition Format: Original Submission
- Reach: National
- Event Size: Small
Participation Information
Submit a 300-500 word essay on the assigned topic through JEA’s online submission portal. Each submission must be accompanied by a $5 entry fee.
High school students (Grades 9-12)
$1,000 for 1st place; certificates and recognition for excellence in journalism and essay writing
Submit a 300-500 word essay on the assigned topic through JEA’s online submission portal. Each submission must be accompanied by a $5 entry fee.
1. Write and submit an essay online. 2. Judges review and select winners. 3. Winners are notified via email and awarded scholarships.
Internet access, word processor
Material Organization (Logical interpretation of the subject, adherence to topic): 40 points
Vocabulary and Style (Phrasing and continuity): 30 points
Grammar, Punctuation, Spelling: 20 points
Neatness: 5 points
Adherence to contest rules (prepared in the proper format): 5 points
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