Celebrate 250 Years of America by sharing your voice, story, and perspective. The America250 Beaver County Writing Contest invites students to reflect on what makes our nation unique, resilient, and inspiring.
Writing Contest
Categories
Early Elementary Level: Grades K-2
Elementary Level: Grades 3-5
Middle School Level: Grades 6-8
High School Level: Grades 9-12
One $250 prize winner in each category!
Guidelines
Themes:
Celebrating 250 Years of America!
Land of the Free Home of the Brave!
Our beautiful USA!
Entries should be one page
Can be typed or neatly handwritten
Must be student’s original work
Must include student’s full name, grade, school, and contact information
All submissions are to be emailed to PoolHouseEvents@beaverpa.us or delivered to the Beaver Borough Office at 469 Third Street, Beaver, PA 15009
Submission due date: September 10, 2026
Winners will be announced on September 19, 2026 immediately following the end of the County-wide America 250 Parade at the Gazebo in Irvine Park, Beaver PA.
Student winners will be asked to read their work during the presentation on September 19.
Questions: 412-974-5907 or plearn@beaverpa.us
