“We are the first generation to feel the effect of climate change and the last generation who can do something about it.”  President Barack Obama 2014

Go Green Highland Park invites you to submit an essay, poem or other written piece to help inspire others to take action on climate. We want to know what you are doing about the climate crisis. Are you taking action to fight climate change at home, at school or in the community?

How can climate action bring us together as a community?

Entries should be no longer than 1,000 words, and must be submitted by April 15, 2020.

Please email your submission to gghpinfo@gmail.com.

GGHP Reusables prize pack will be given for the best essay in the following categories:

Grades 6-8

Grades 9-12

Winners will be announced on our Facebook and Twitter pages and highlighted in a special edition newsletter. Prizes will be delivered to winners.

 

Our amazing prize pack features all of today’s essential reusables, perfect for any busy student. Go Green HP is proud to offer products from Chico Bag, a B certified company, committed to social and environmental responsibility. Valued at over $50!

• Snack Time Reusable Sandwich and Snack Bags
• Bottle Sling (with stainless steel water bottle) made from 100% recycled plastic bottles
• Chico Bag original “Bag Monster” tote bag
• Travel Zip set with 3 TSA approved reusable pouches
• Bamboo Utensil Set, complete with chopsticks, and we’re adding in a stainless steel straw too!

By entering this contest, you give Go Green Highland Park permission to publish your piece (with your name) on our website and email newsletter, and to submit to local news media for publication. I hold Go Green HP harmless from any and all liability that might arise out of or result from the foregoing use. I understand and agree that these materials will become the property of Go Green HP and will not be returned. All entries must be original content, participants hereby represent and warrant that the submitted materials do not and shall not infringe on the copyright or right of any other third party.