Hispanic Heritage Month Poetry Contest

for Teens

Honor the rich tapestry of Hispanic and Latine culture and identity in poetry. The winner of the contest will receive $100! An honorable mention of $50 will also be awarded!

Express yourself in English, Spanish, or a blend of both languages as you delve into themes of Hispanic and Latine culture, identity, history, and community. All types of poetry are welcome. 

COMPETITION RULES:  

· The contest begins on Sunday, September 15, 2024 and ends on Tuesday, October 15, 2024.

· Competitors must be in high school and be residents of Prince William County or the City of Manassas.

· Competitors may only submit one entry. 

· Multilingual poetry is welcome!  Please provide English translations for the judges.

· Entries will be judged on:

          Relevance to the theme of Hispanic and Latine Culture and Identity, 

          Creativity,

          Emotional Impact, and

          Technique which includes structure and grammar. 

·Entries must be submitted by email to libyouthservicesmc@pwcgov.org or by clicking on the Submit button on the online form at pwcva.gov/department/library/young-adults. 
  
·Winners will be announced on Friday, November 1, 2024. 

This program is presented as part of Latino Poetry: Places We Call Home, a major public humanities initiative taking place across the nation in 2024 and 2025, directed by Library of America and funded with generous support from the National Endowment for the Humanities.  
 

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