Rep. Kupchick’s “Women in Connecticut History” Essay Contest Gives Students a Chance to Learn and Share
FAIRFIELD- On Saturday, March 24th, eleven sixth-grade students from Fairfield’s schools had the opportunity to publicly share their winning essays on important women in Connecticut’s history at the Pequot Library.
State Representative Brenda Kupchick (R-132) sponsored her second annual essay contest in conjunction with Fairfield County Bank and the Pequot Library, and was pleased to have the participation of additional schools in this year’s contest.
“My hope for the contest was to provide an opportunity for young people to research and learn more about the women who have stood up against conventional attitudes and made a difference." Said Rep. Kupchick
“The students have composed very impressive essays. It was a pleasure to recognize their great work and achievement,” said Rep. Kupchick. “I want to thank all of the students who participated in the contest, not only the winners, but all the students who submitted some very excellent work.”
This past Saturday, over 50 parents, grandparents, school administrators, teachers, and members of the public gathered to recognize the students. Winners and runners-up each read their essay and received a citation from the Connecticut General Assembly, a pin of the state seal and a gift from Fairfield County Bank.
One winner and one runner-up were selected by each schools administration officials.
Below is the list of winners from each school:
Eagle Hill School
Sophie Miller
Fairfield Woods Middle School
Erin Capodanno—First place
Bridget Walsh—Runner-up
Roger Ludlowe Middle School
Marion Conklin—First place
Mackenzie-Mary Llewellyn—Runner-up
Our Lady of Assumption & Holy Family
Shaye DeLaurentis–First Place
Diana Pires-Runner-up
St. Thomas Aquinas Middle School
Max Mulquin—First place
Meghan Reed—Runner-up
Tomlinson Middle School
Vivian Petrecca—First place
Kelsey Burt—Runner-up
