2023 - 2024 HONORING OUR HEROES ESSAY CONTEST

Forsyth Count PTO/A

Do you know a real-life hero?

Honoring Our Heros is a writing contest developed in 1995 by the Eastern Cobb County Council of PTAs. The program was designed to encourage students to discover "real life" heroes who have shown generosity, trust, persistence, dedication, leadership, creativity, caring, bravery, imagination, service, gentleness, courage or compassion. The creators of the program wanted students to redefine the heroes they saw portrayed in the media - cartoon characters, professional athletes, rock stars, etc., - and instead recognize the true heroes in their lives. This year, we'd like our students to choose the hero of their choice - teachers, doctors, nurses, police officers, firefighters, coaches, parents, siblings or anyone else who has made a real and positive impact on their life.

All entries (Student Entry Form & Essay) need to be turned in to the SPES Front Desk no later than 3:00pm on Monday, February 12. Late entries will NOT be accepted. Please be legible when filling out the Student Entry Form.

Instructions / Rules:

• Entries should be typed or handwritten on one single sheet of 8½ x 11 paper - (one side only). 
• The Student Entry Form must be completed AND submitted with each essay.
• One (1) photo of the hero with the student can be included (optional) - please label the picture with the student's name so it can be returned.
• Please paper clip the Student Entry Form and photo, if applicable, to the essay, do not staple, tape or glue.
• Please adhere to the instructions.

Click Here for the REQUIRED Student Entry Form & Guidelines