The San Pedro Library held its writing competition where a total of 55 entries were submitted by students from Island Academy, San Pedro R. C. School, Ambergris Caye Elementary, Caye Caulker R. C School and Holy Cross Anglican School.
Rules that were considered by the team of judges.
1. 150 – 200 words
2. At least 3 paragraphs
3. Understanding the writers writing
4. Story (composition) must have a Beginning – Middle – Ending
5. Indicates much as possible that it is the child’s own idea and performance. (Teacher’s encouragement accepted)
6. Plus all grading rules as given by the librarian of San Pedro Town Library.
Winners
1st. Dianela Hancock – San Pedro R. C. School, Teacher- Roberto Gongora
2nd. Litzy Baeza – San Pedro R. C. School, Teacher – Roberto Gongora
3rd. Lizbeth Calix – San Pedro R. C. School, Teacher – Roberto Gongora
10 consolation prize winners
Rowel Rivero- San Pedro R. C. School
Emeldo Catzim- Caye Caulker R. C. School
Emil Nunez – Island Academy
Sergio – Island Academy
Michaelo – Island Academy
Alexandria Deshield – San Pedro R. C. School
Alice Corrigan – Island Academy
Ilynn Camal – Island Academy
Sophie Coc – Caye Caulker R. C. School
Zulema Ayala – Island Academy
A special awards ceremony took place on Thursday, February 14, 2013 at La Esmeralda Park next to the library. Teachers, Principals and students from schools were invited to attend the ceremony where the top three winners recited their essays. Congratulations to all winners and to everyone who submitted an essay.
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