K-12 School Choice Creative Writing Contest

In partnership with Rising Scholars Collective, Middle Georgia School Choice Fair announces its first creative writing contest. The theme is “Why I love My School”.  This contest is in celebration of National School Choice Week (schoolchoice.com). The contest is open to students, grades K-12 in three categories. K-3, 4-8, and 9-12 who reside in the following Georgia counties: Bibb, Crawford, Houston, Jones, Monroe, Peach and Twiggs.  Only one entry is allowed per student.  The top three winners in each category will will a cash prize, with the lowest amount being $50.  Please review the rubrics below in order to meet the requirements.

The deadline is Friday, December 12, 2026.

The contest is open to homeschool, private school (including microschools), and public school (including online virtual schools and charter schools) students. 

All entries must be original.  No AI may be used.

Download and print the registration form here or submit a clear scan of your work here.  Winners will be announced on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at the play What School Should I Send My Child To’s performance.  

Every child who enters will receive a free entrance ticket with one adult to attend the play for free. All other guests must pay the entrance fee.  All proceeds from the play go towards summer school programming taking place  June - July 2026.