The Laws of Life Essay Contest is for students in grades 9-12 and encourages students to self-reflect and write about ethical principles based on the UncommonSense® FRAMEWORK, or a "law of life."
What Teachers Say
“The students need to think about their morality, so it is a beneficial lesson.”
~ Brittany Ford, Language Arts, Norwayne High School
“I love that students are able to write reflectively and grow as individuals.”
~ Joel Shurance, English Department Head, Cloverleaf High School
“More than ever, this exercise aided the students in introspection: what makes the student the person they are. It is wonderful the way students consider ways to make themselves grow and by extension, the community around them.”
~ Mrs. Lynette Urankar, Language Arts Teacher, St. Peregrine Academy
“It allows my students to deeply investigate their moral values that will guide them through life.”
~ Kelly Miller, Business Teacher, Wayne County Schools Career Center
“I love that students are able to write reflectively and grow as individuals.”
~ Joel Shurance, English Department Head, Cloverleaf High School
“ Student reflection/feedback indicates they find great value in writing for someone besides their teacher. They enjoy the competition.”
~ Kelly Kriner, Coordinator, English/Language Arts, Medina High School
“The LOL essay contest causes students to reflect on the big picture of life and also hone their
writing skills.”
~ Aaron Hido, Dean of Students, Theodore Roosevelt High School