Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Theme Contest for 2027
Dr. MLK, Jr. Observance Day Committee is pleased to invite students throughout Effingham County to participate in the 44th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Observance Day Celebration. While final plans for the celebration will be announced at a later date, we are excited to continue our long-standing student contests. These activities provide students with meaningful opportunities to learn about and reflect upon the life, leadership, and philosophy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Contest Opportunities
Theme Contest - Grades 4-12: Students are invited to submit an original theme for this year's celebration.
Poster Contest - Grades 1-5: Students are encouraged to express their creativity through artwork inspired by the selected theme.
Essay Contest - Grades 6-12: Students are invited to submit essays based on the selected theme and contest guidelines.
Theme Contest Guidelines
- The theme should reflect the life and philosophy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
- The theme must not exceed ten (10) words.
- Only one (1) entry per student may be submitted.
- Deadline: Thursday, October 15, 2026.
- Students should complete and submit the attached Official Theme Contest Entry Form to Dr. Sandra Nethels at snethels@effingham.k12.ga.us, your school, or mail to: Dr. MLK, Jr. Observance Day Committee, P.O. Box 26, Guyton, GA 31312.
The winning theme will be announced on Wednesday, October 21, 2026. At that time, guidelines for the poster and essay contests will also be provided. The deadline for poster and essay submissions will be Friday, November 20, 2026, and the winners of these contests will be announced Friday, December 4, 2026.
If you need additional information, please contact me at lonon01@bellsouth.net or (912) 661-0170. Thank you for your continued support.
Nellar Lonon, President
Dr. MLK, Jr. Observance Day Committee
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