Canton Regional/ Greater WV

The following are just some of the benefits to participating in the BBB Life Lessons Essay Contest.

• Helps build and strengthen self-narative writing skills.
• Great practice to increase SAT writing test scores and college entrance essays.
• Promotes healthy inner reflection and cognitive awareness of one's actions.
• Encourages students to act ethically in life.
• Provides scholarship opportunities for all high school seniors regardless of current GPA or method of further education.
• Inspires young people to discover for themselves ethical core values.
• Encourages students to have meaningful discussions with parents and teachers about ethical values and lasting impact.
• Winners are awaded scholarships ranging from $500 - $2,500.
• Helps students better understand the Better Business Bureau organization's mission and our role in promoting business ethics in the community.