Vermont Agriculture in the Classroom

Vermont Agency of Agriculture

Write an Essay about Dairy - 2008 Dairy Essay Contest Rules

1. Essay must contain a minimum of 350 words and a maximum of 1,000 words. Word count must be written on the cover sheet.
2. The assigned topic must be addressed.
3. Spelling and grammar should be correct.
4. All essays must have a listing of references/sources used. Illustrations are encouraged, and receive extra credit.
5. Entries should be neatly hand written or typed and double-spaced.
6. Essays must address at least one of the Vermont’s Framework of Standards. Some suggestions are:
   • “1.6 Writing Conventions – Students’ independent writing demonstrates command of appropriate English conventions, including grammar, usage, and mechanics. This is evident when students: Third & Fourth a. Use clear sentences, correct syntax, and grade-appropriate mechanics so that what is written can be easily understood by the reader. Fifth & Sixth a. Use correct grammar; employ a variety of sentence structures; follow conventional spelling; use correct mechanics; display few errors or patterns of errors, relative to length and complexity; make only intentional, effective departure from conventions.”
   • “6.16 Impact of Economic Systems – Students’ evaluate the impact of economic systems on the needs and wants of all people and on the environment in various times in their community, in Vermont, in the Untied States, and in various locations world wide. This is evident when students: Fifth & Sixth f. Understand how choices within an economic system effect the environment in the local community and beyond (e.g. power production, deforestations, land reclamation, and pollution).”
   • “3.5 Healthy Choices – Students’ make informed, healthy choices that positively affect the health, safety, and well-being of themselves and others. This is evident when students: Third & Fourth g. Can identify and classify foods according to the Food Guide Pyramid.”
7. A Cover Sheet must be attached to each entry with the following information:
      Name of Student
      Address, Home Phone #
      School Name, Address, School Phone #, Grade, Teacher’s Name
      Principal
      Name choice for Agency of Agriculture Mascot
      Number of Words in essay
      The Standard(s) addressed
   
   Click here for example cover sheet

Originals will not be returned so please retain a copy of each entry.