ESSAY CONTEST


 WINGS OVER GILLESPIE AIR SHOW 2007
ESSAY CONTEST

             On June 16 & 17, 2007 Air Group One, the San Diego wing of the CAF (Commemorative Air Force, a non-profit 501 C3 organization) will present the 13th annual Wings over Gillespie Air Show at Gillespie Field in El Cajon. This year’s theme honors 50 years of the CAF.

            The CAF’s purpose is to acquire, maintain and operate vintage military aircraft, ground vehicles and associated artifacts for the education and enjoyment of present and future generations. The CAF has over 10,000 members in 30 states and 4 countries and its “Ghost Squadron” consists of over 150 operational aircraft.

            One of Air Group One’s missions in producing the air show each year is to make a connection between youth and aviation. This year we will be sponsoring an essay contest for children in grades 3-12. Students will compete in three grade categories: grades 3-5, grades 6-8, and grades 9-12. Three winners will be selected from each grade category for a total of 9 winners. Winners will be awarded at the air show.

            Please help us promote this wonderful opportunity for San Diego youth to walk with history and share in what has become a San Diego tradition, the Wings Over Gillespie Air Show at Gillespie Field in El Cajon, CA.

Instructions to Students:

In an essay of 500 words or less, please answer this question:

 “Why is it important to preserve historical aircraft?”

Please read the complete rules carefully in order to make sure that your essay receives consideration. However, here are some highlights:

  • Students enrolled in grades 3-12 at a public or private school in San Diego County may enter.
  • Three winners (1st, 2nd, 3rd place) will be selected from each grade category (grades 3-5; 6-8; 9-12), for a total of 9 winners.
  • Essays may be typed, double-spaced (preferred) or hand-written. Essays may be submitted two ways: 1) via email to: dduchow@sdccd.edu, 2) via U.S. mail to: Air Group One, attn: Donna Duchow, 1860 Joe Crosson Drive (Suite B) El Cajon, CA 92020.
  • Entry period begins on Tuesday, May 15 and ends on Wednesday, June 6. Essays must be received (not postmarked) by 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 6 to be considered.
  • Prizes: 1st prize in each grade category: a ride in an airplane. 2nd and 3rd prizes in each grade category will be awarded.
  • Essay contest winners and one (1) adult per winner will receive free admission to the air show on Saturday, June 16, and all 9 winners will be awarded on stage at the air show on Saturday.

Thank you for your interest in aviation history and the Wings Over Gillespie Air Show, and good luck!!
 

Essay Contest Rules:

  1. Contest is open to students enrolled in grades 3-12 in a public or private school located in San Diego County.
  2. Students will compete in three grade categories: grades 3-5, grades 6-8, and grades 9-12.
  3. Three winners (1st, 2nd, 3rd place) will be selected from each grade category, for a total of 9 winners.
  4. Entry period begins on Tuesday, May 15 and ends on Wednesday, June 6. Essays must be received (not postmarked) by 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 6 to be considered.
  5. Winners’ notification will be mailed 1 week in advance of the air show.
  6. The nine (9) winners will be awarded on stage at the air show on Saturday, June 16.
  7. Prizes: 1st prize in each grade category: a ride in an airplane. 2nd and 3rd prizes in each grade category will be awarded.
  8. Essay contest winners and one (1) adult per winner will receive free admission to the air show on Saturday, June 16.
  9. Essays may be typed, double-spaced (preferred) or hand-written. Essays may be submitted two ways: 1) via email to: dduchow@sdccd.edu, 2) via U.S. mail to:

Air Group One, attn: Donna Duchow, 1860 Joe Crosson Drive (Suite B) El Cajon, CA 92020.

  1. Students, please include the following information: your name, grade, one parent’s name, name of school, home address, contact telephone number.
  2. Essays will be judged on adherence to theme (50%), style (25%), and correctness of form [grammar, spelling, punctuation] (25%).
  3. Decision of the judges is final.

 

 

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