High school juniors are invited to enter DREMC’s 2023-2024 Creative Writing Competition for a chance to win an unforgettable trip to Washington, D.C., and scholarships!
The energy provided by electric cooperatives, including DREMC, has far-reaching impacts on Tennessee. Students interested in the writing competition should submit a short story titled “Electric Cooperatives Connect,” which explains how electric co-ops connect Tennessee communities with energy, education, broadband, economic development and more. Students must submit their entries typed and double-spaced; submissions must not exceed 900 words. (Helpful hint: We recommend stories be between 750 and 900 words for best results.)
What’s the prize? An unforgettable trip to Washington, D.C., in June 2024 with nearly 2,000 other students your age from across the country and a chance to win scholarships! Thousands of dollars in college scholarships will be awarded to top statewide winners. In addition, two universities are offering scholarships to contest winners who meet the criteria set by the universities.
To be eligible, students must be enrolled as high school juniors, and their homes must receive electricity from Duck River Electric Membership Corporation. Eligible home school students are also encouraged to participate.
Story submissions must be received by DREMC no later than February 16, 2024. Submission after this date will not be considered.
Los estudiantes deben consultar con su escuela secundaria los materiales del concurso y los plazos alternativos que pueda establecer la escuela para el concurso de escritura. Por favor, póngase en contacto con la especialista en comunicación de la DREMC , Connie Potts, en el 931-680-5881, o haga clic aquí para más información.
Winners will be announced in April 2024.
Buena suerte y feliz escritura.
Please note: If the health or safety of the winners cannot be guaranteed, other prizes may be awarded in lieu of the trip.
