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Essay Contest
This contest sponsored by Optimist International each year presents young people with the opportunity to write about their opinions regarding the world in which they live. To be eligible, students must be under the age of 19 as of Dec. 31 of the club year. Entrants write a 400–500 word essay expressing their views on the assigned topic.
In addition to the opportunity to enhance written communication skills, participants have the chance to win a scholarship toward advanced education.
- For more information: Contact Laura Hunt (410-668-2747).
- Download an application.
Contest for 2007–2008
“Today’s Choices Shape My Future”
This year’s contest is closed. Winners of the Timonium Club contest were announced at the dinner meeting on Feb. 18, 2008.
First place: Alexis Blair, a senior at St. Paul School for Girls
Last year, Alexis placed first in the Timonium Club contest and second in the MDSD District contest.
Second place: Hans Zhang, a junior at Dulaney High School
Hans placed third in the Timonium club contest in 2005–2006.
Third place: Natalie Arnott, a junior at Dulaney Hight School
This was Natalie’s first time participating in the Timonium Club contest.
Prizes
Club level:
- Medallion (1st, 2nd, 3rd)
- Advancement of the fist place essay to the district contest
District level:
- Plaque
- $650 college scholarship
- Advancement to the international contest
International level:
- First-place plaque, $6,000 college scholarship
- Second-place plaque, $3,750 college scholarship
- Third-place plaque, $2,250 college scholarship
Timonium Winners Have Taken Top OI Essay Prize
- 2004–2005: Rae Borsetti from Towson High School on the topic “The Power of One”
- 1986–1987: Allison Gillespie from Dulaney High School
Both of the club’s international winners were students of the same English teacher, Mr. William Jones. More info »
