Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council sponsoring essay contest

Junior high school students in District 205 hope to play a role in their own community, write their own ideas on paper and win prizes.

Mayors of Rockford's Youth Advisory Committee (MYAC) organizes an essay contest to listen to changes the local students want to see in the city. "What can you do as a young person? Does your community members personally improve Rockford?" Or "In your opinion, the pros and cons of the Rockford community" what is it? why? "

It is necessary to include the title, student name and school in the paper. Although it may be handwritten, typing articles have priority and can be set to 5 paragraphs or less.

Each grade winner is awarded a $ 50 gift card and the winner is awarded a $ 25 gift card. This is a compliment from the Rockford Housing Authority.

I. What is the Youth Council? Is me. What is the Youth Council? The Youth Council is an advisory body composed of local young people (usually high school days). They advise and consult local governments, their relevant advisory committees and regulatory committees, and other community organizations. In addition, the Youth Council can implement and participate in various community social initiatives identified by young people. II. Why are you setting up a Youth Council? Why make a Youth Council? According to the Census Bureau, 24.6% of the US population is under 18 years of age. Needless to say, young people are the future of our community. Therefore, it is important to have knowledge, skills and ability to become the next generation regional leader. The Youth Council is a good way to encourage regular and active citizen participation by young people.

Mayors of Rockford's Youth Advisory Committee (MYAC) organizes an essay contest to listen to changes the local students want to see in the city. "What can you do as a young person? Does your community members personally improve Rockford?" Or do you think the strengths and weaknesses of the Rockford community are? why? "