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- Last Updated on Wednesday, 30 September 2015 18:19
The Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians has announced the topic for their annual history writing contest. The topic for both levels is: “The involvement of women in the Easter Rising.” The Easter Rising was a very significant event in Irish history.
Level 1 includes grades 6, 7, and 8 with a top prize of $500. Level 2 includes grades 9, 10, 11 and 12 with a top prize of $1,000. Students in parochial, private, public schools or who are home-schooled are eligible to participate. Entries must be submitted by November 15, 2015.
Anyone interested in learning more about this contest can contact Rose Venanzi, Irish Historian for the Mary Ellen O’Neil, Division #4 at 724-258-5295.
