FAIRFIELD, CT, May 13, 2011 (Press-News.org) Tutoring Match has invited parents to participate in its 2nd essay contest "Why is education life's most valuable investment?"
First Prize is an Amazon Kindle or Barnes and Noble Nook plus 3 hours of free tutoring for any family member.
Second Prize is three hours of free tutoring in any subject for any family member.
Third Prize is one hour of free tutoring for any family member.
Each essay must be 250-500 words and include the following:
- A clear thesis statement that answers why education is life's most valuable investment.
- At least 3 compelling reasons with specific examples to support your position.
The winners will be chosen based on: originality, clarity, understanding, support, structure and style. The odds of winning are determined by the number of entrants. Each family may submit one essay per child. There is no purchase of any product or service required to enter. A panel of judges will select the finalists and public votes will determine the winners. A list of winners will be announced and posted on Tutoring Match's blog as well as highlighted in out weekly newsletter.
No one directly employed or related to a staff member of Tutoring Match is eligible.
For more details about entering go to http://www.tutoringmatch.com/contests.aspx
The contest is sponsored by www.thewinnickgroup.com
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Tutoring Match Announces "Why Is Education Life's Most Valuable Investment?" Spring Essay Contest for Parents of School-Aged Children
Tutoring Match has invited parents to participate in its 2nd essay contest "Why is education life's most valuable investment?"
2011-05-13
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