Women’s History Month Writing Contest

March 9, 2023

It is so important for women and girls to see themselves represented in our history. In celebration of Women's History Month, I am sponsoring an essay contest for Branford students in grades 5-8. This essay contest will provide the opportunity for students to recognize and reflect on women's achievements and how we are better because of them.

Students may choose from one of the following essay prompts:

  • Who is the most influential woman in your life today and why?
  • Who is your favorite woman in history and why?

Please respond in 200 words or less. Participating students must submit their essay by Friday, March 24, 2023. Students can submit their essays to Grady.Brockway@cga.ct.gov using the subject line, "Branford Essay Contest."