MWRA 2012-2013 Contest Main Page

Students in the MWRA service area are invited to participate in our Annual Poster, Writing and Video Contests for 2012-2013.

Poster Contest (grades K-2)

Create a poster showing the benefits of tap water. Visit our Poster Contest Page for more information.

Writing Contest (grades 3-12)

Write an essay, poem, or creative piece to convince others about the benefits of tap water. Visit our Writing Contest Page for more information.

Video Contest (grades 9-12)

Create a video advertising the benefits of tap water. Visit our Video Contest Page for more information.

Deadline

Entries must be postmarked by Wednesday, March 13, 2013. Early entries are encouraged.

Rules

Rules are included in the contest entry packet (PDF).

Required Forms and Labels

Every group of student entries must have a Contest Registration Form and each entry must have a Student Label attached securely to the back of the entry. Forms and labels are included in the contest entry packet (PDF).

Students may enter on their own if they live in or attend a school in the MWRA service area. You must include the student label on the back of your entry. Labels are included in the contest entry packet (PDF).

Video contest entrants must submit a signed release form (PDF) along with their videos. The form is included in the contest entry packet (PDF).

Prizes

First prize in each category is a $100.00 gift check, 2nd prize is a $50.00 check, and 3rd prize is a $25.00 check .In the poster contest there are (3) categories K-2, 3-5,
and 6-8. In each of the (6) categories there is a 1st, 2nd, 3rd and (3) honorable mention winners.

All winners, including honorable mention winners, are invited with their families to an Awards Ceremony at Deer Island on May 24, 2013.

How to Submit Contest Entries

All entries must be mailed to:

MWRA School Contest
Deer Island Treatment Plant
Reception/Training Building
190 Tafts Ave.
Winthrop, MA 02152

What Makes a Good Poster Entry

Make sure your poster is on topic. Don't try to include too many ideas or activities
on your poster. A single message, clearly illustrated, is more effective. If you use
lettering, make sure it can be read from across a room. For inspiration and examples, check out our poster contest winners for 2011-2012.

Frequently Asked Questions

Questions and answers for teachers and students are included in the contest entry packet (PDF).

How to Submit Contest Entries
All entries must be mailed to:

MWRA School Contest
Deer Island Treatment Plant
Reception/Training Building
190 Tafts Ave.
Winthrop, MA 02152

What if I still have some questions?

If you still have questions, please contact Meg Tabacsko, MWRA School Program Manager, at meg.tabacsko@mwra.state.ma.us. If you do not have access to email, please call Meg at 617-660-7975.