By THOMAS RICHINS
Room 210 Staff Writer
Entries are being accepted for the final annual South Middle School Essay Contest. The contest is open to all students in grades six, seven, and eight. This year`s topic is "What can be done to reduce the dropout rate at Joplin High School?"
A total of $50 in cash prizes with the first place winner receiving $15. Entries must be at least 200 words. They will be judged on quality of writing, effectiveness of the lead, strength of arguments, and effectiveness of the closing.
Entries will be judged by high school students who were previous SMS Essay Contest winners. The deadline for entering the contest is Friday, May 8. All entries should go to Mr. Turner in Room 210.
"We do this every year to give students a chance to show off their writing skills." said Mr. Randy Turner, eighth grade communication arts teacher.
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