Senator JP Morrell Announces Winners of Student Essay Contest

Sen. Morrell to present Kindle Fires to Winners Tomorrow

NEW ORLEANS (January 21, 2014) – State Senator JP Morrell, District 3, announced the winners of his holiday essay contest today. The Senator will visit schools to present the winners with Kindle Fires tomorrow.

WHAT: Student Essay Winner Award Presentations

WHEN: Wednesday, January 22, 2014 (throughout the day)

Senator Morrell announced the holiday essay contest in December 2013. The contest was open to all elementary, middle, and high school students of Orleans, Jefferson, and St. Bernard Parish schools.

“The holiday season is a time for family, celebration, and joy for people all around the world,” said Senator JP Morrell. “As the father of two children and the son of an educator, I know how hard our teachers work all year to keep our kids learning. I created the essay contest to keep our students engaged during the holiday break.”

Students from each the three parishes that Sen. Morrell represents were encouraged to submit essays answering the question:

“What makes the holiday season so important to you? In your essay, explain why your holiday traditions, experiences, and/or favorite memories make your holiday season special.”

Two contest winners from each parish were selected. The six winning students will receive a Kindle Fire for their hard work and accomplishments.

Jefferson Parish

Ellis Z. Hughes, 3rd grade, Vic A. Pitre Elementary School

Lorenzo Federico, 12th grade, East Jefferson High School

Orleans Parish

Alexis Nguyen, 9th grade, New Orleans Maritime Military Academy

Dajia Love, 6th grade, Martin Behrman Charter School

St. Bernard Parish

Chobie Chan, 4th grade, Arabi Elementary

Hadden Robertson, 3rd grade, Gauthier Elementary School

For copies of the winning essays, please contact todd@ragusaconsulting.com.