Light up the Park – Essay Contest –

THEME: “What makes Morton Grove special”

ELIGIBILITY
Residents of Morton Grove who are fourth through eighth grade middle school students currently attending schools in District 63, 67, 69, 70 and MCC Academy.

GRADE CATEGORIES
Fourth, Fifth, Sixth, Seventh, and Eighth

RULES
Each essay MUST contain the phrase: “What makes Morton Grove special”
Each essay is to be handwritten or typed on the front side of one 8 1/2” X 11” lined or printer paper.
One essay per student may be submitted. Each essay must be submitted with the child’s name, address, grade, school they attend, and a guardian’s name and contact number.

JUDGING
Each submission will be judged on originality, sincerity, and the student’s ability to convey a concise thought.

TIMELINE
Essays can be sent via email to the park district at board@mgparks.com or dropped off at the Prairie View Community Center registration desk on or before November 25. Winners will be notified via telephone on November 29.

AWARDS
One winner from each grade will receive a 2025 Family Pool Pass from the Morton Grove Park District.

PLEASE NOTE DEADLINE TO SUBMIT ESSAY IS NOVEMBER 25