ABOUT THE CONTEST:
Who can enter the contest?
This contest is open to 4th and 5th grade students in the state of Connecticut.
What should the essay be about?
The essay should answer the question, “Who is your Winn Dixie?” Some ideas might
be: Is there a person or pet in your life who has helped you make friends? Or fit in at a new school? Or helped you through a sad time?
Does my essay have to be about a pet or animal?
No, your essay can be about anyone—animal or person—who has helped you the way Winn
Dixie helps Opal in the story.
What kind of essay should I write?
Essays must be five paragraphs in length.
Does the winner of the contest get a prize?
The winner of the contest will be awarded 4 tickets to see Because of Winn Dixie at
The Goodspeed, as well as a special meet-and-greet with the actors playing Opal and Winn Dixie! In addition, the winner’s classmates, teacher and school librarian will each receive 2 complimentary tickets to the show!
How do I enter the contest?
To enter, visit goodspeed.org and
fill out the contest form, where you will upload your essay. You may also print out an Entry Form from the website and mail it to Goodspeed Musicals with your essay.
When should I submit my essay?
You can submit your essay any time between April 15th and May 15th.
When will the winner be announced?
The winner of the contest will be announced on May 30th!
Because of Winn Dixie will be performed at Goodspeed Musicals in East Haddam, CT from June 28 - Sept 1.
For complete rules and details, visit https://www.goodspeed.org/pages/essay-contest
For more information, contact Amanda Stern at CLC, astern@ctlibrarians.org.
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