Black History Month Essay Contest Winners

Congratulations to the winners of the 6th annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr./Black History Month Essay Contest. This year's theme was "Making a difference - What can you do to fight hunger in your community?" Two winners were selected from grades 6 and 7. Read the winning essays below:

6th Grade

1st place:
Taylor R., John J. Duggan Middle School, MA

2nd place:
Kaily P., Timilty Middle School, MA

7th Grade

1st place:
Taylor M., Samuel Fuller School, MA

2nd place:
Lillian Z., Amity Regional Middle School in Bethany, CT