The Annual Catch the Spirit Contest celebrates Volunteerism and brings the world of Volunteerism to the school system. The contest is promoted throughout all schools (all levels) in Leeds and Grenville. The contest is held during Volunteer Week, promoting discussion in the classroom.

All participants are recognized with a certificate and winners are
awarded prizes. Media coverage is arranged. The Executive Director visits each school for the presentations and promotion of volunteerism. Presentations have been made in the classrooms or at assemblies, as arranged with each school.
 
In the first two years of this program, we have recognized 100 entries each year, from every level in the school system.

Celebrate volunteering with us…

Our focus : “to highlight the contributions of young people who do serve their communities, to focus on the importance of volunteering in building assets in the lives of children and youth. We believe that all children should be safe, healthy and valued.”

Thank you to “Every Kid in Our Community” for your help and contribution

Grades: JR-K to Grade 3: COLORING CONTEST

We provide the picture, students provide the artistic talents, the pictures will be judged for best color and technique

Grades: 4 to 8: ORIGINAL ARTWORK

Students submit a hand drawn picture of people volunteering. Artwork will be judged for imagination and content

Grades: 9 to 12: ESSAY – “I Know A Volunteer”

Write a 100 to 200 word essay on volunteerism and the importance to our community The volunteer may be themselves, explaining what they do and how it makes them feel or someone they know who volunteers and how it has impacted their life.

Adult Learners: LETTER TO A VOLUNTEER

Write a letter to a volunteer thanking him or her for her involvement in the community Let the volunteer know how you feel

Open Contest (all ages): PICTURE IT

Catch the spirit of volunteerism in photographs. Pictures can be color or black and white. Regular size of 4 X 6 photo, may be printed or digital

All submission deadlines: Friday, 11th April 2008

Must be forwarded or delivered to our office no later than 3:00pm

Winners will be announced and showcased in partnership with the Recorder & Times during National Volunteer Week. All participants will be recognized with a certificate at a school assembly or classroom presentation.

Information and details of the contest are available through our office.