Young Writers of America Student Poetry Contest
________________________________________________ __________________________(school) (teacher)
I certify that ______________________________ has permission to enter the Young Writers
of America student poetry contest. I also certify that the poem entered is original.
I understand that:
1. Less than 20% of students will be selected for publication.
2. Upon selection, I will have the opportunity to either have or not have my child published free of charge.
3. This is a free contest with no purchase necessary.
4. If my child is selected, I will have the opportunity to purchase a discounted copy of the anthology titled Award-Winning Young Writers of America.
5. My child may win a terrific prize!
6. Young Writers of America is an educator-run organization that sponsors
disadvantaged youth programs.
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(parent/guardian signature) (date)
