Deadline For Martin Luther King Human Rights Contest Is On December 1 In Golden Valley

Press release from the City of Golden Valley:

November 30, 2020

This year’s contest theme is “Allyship,” and students are asked to build on Dr King’s passion and leadership to answer the question “What does it mean to be a good ally in the world today?” Submissions are due Dec 1, 4 pm.

Students may enter any creative submission, including, but not limited to: artwork, poetry, videos, songs, raps, or essays. Audio or video entries can be submitted through YouTube or other multi-media platforms. Submissions will be judged on inspiration, clarity, creativity, and content applicable to the theme. Entries must include:

• students name, address, phone/email, and grade level
• parent name, phone/email
• school name and teacher contact information

The contest is open to K–12 students who live in Golden Valley, attend a school in Golden Valley, or attend a Robbinsdale Area District or Hopkins District school.

Submissions are due by Dec 1, 2020 4 pm and can be submitted to HRC Staff Liaison Kirsten Santelices at 7800 Golden Valley Rd, Golden Valley, MN 55427 or via email at ksantelices@goldenvalleymn.gov.

Winners will be announced Dec 10, 2020 and K–5 and 6–12 winners will receive a cash prize.

For more information, visit the Human Rights Contest page on the City website or contact HRC Staff Liaison Kirsten Santelices at 763-593-3989.

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