诗歌比赛

四月是全国诗歌月. 为了庆祝这个, and in an effort to recognize the great talent that resides within our district, Oregon City School District will be hosting a poetry contest. This is open to any and all stakeholders, 学生, 工作人员, 父母, and community members within the Oregon City School District. There will be a grand overall prize, and awards for different levels (elementary school, 中学, 高中, 工作人员, 和社区成员). All entries must be submitted by 5 pm on April 19, 2024.

提交指南

  1. 每个参赛作品可提交 到 三首诗 一个 Word / Google Doc / PDF文档

  2. 诗歌可能在 任何语言 (we will work with you to translate the poem(s) into 英语 should you be chosen as a finalist).

  3. Please keep in mind the content and the audience of your poems. Poem subject matter must be family friendly and school appropriate.

  4. 诗歌可以是任何主题的. An additional entry may be made in the specially themed category.

特殊的类别!

This year our school district will turn 150 years old in November. 我们邀请学生, 工作人员, 校友, 父母, and community members to submit original poems that reflect on the rich history of our school district. For entries to be considered in this category, poems must be written on 一个 of the following themes:

  1. "Community Spirit": Reflect on what makes Oregon City special.

  2. “Lifelong Learners”: Share memories, 经历, or reflections on the various schools and educational institutions that have been part of Oregon City School District 62 throughout its history.

  3. “Early Schoolhouses”: Reflect on the beginnings of education in Oregon City and how it has changed over time from building to building. Celebrate the architectural and historical significance of iconic school buildings within our district, such as the historic Barclay School or Jennings Lodge 小学.

  4. “Notable Alumni”: Pay tribute to notable 校友 of Oregon City schools who have g一个 on to make significant contributions in various fields, 比如艺术, 科学, 政治, 或体育运动

  5. “Dedicated Educators”: Honor the committed teachers, 管理员, and support 工作人员 who have shaped the lives of 学生 and contributed to the district's success over the past 150 years.

  6. “Legacy and Future”: Reflect on the district's 150-year legacy and express hopes, 梦想, and aspirations for the future of education in Oregon City School District 62.

To submit your work for this category, simply fill out the form in the buttons above and select “Yes” when asked if your submission is for the 特殊的类别. This category follows the above submission guidelines.

如何提交你的诗歌.

Contestants may submit their poems using the form below.

需要帮助开始?

Here are a few ideas to get the creativity flowing!

  1. The Beauty of Oregon": Celebrate the natural wonders, 风景, and unique features of Oregon City and the surrounding areas.

  2. "Overcoming Challenges": Share personal 经历 or stories of resilience, 毅力, 和经济增长.

  3. "Dreams and Aspirations": Express hopes, 梦想, and goals for the future of Oregon City and its residents.

  4. "Environmental Stewardship": Emphasize the importance of protecting Oregon City's natural resources and promoting sustainable practices.

  5. "Heroes Among Us": Honor the everyday heroes in our schools and community who make a positive impact on the lives of others.

  6. "Embracing Change": Reflect on how our community adapts to change, 培养创新, and creates new opportunities for all.

奖!
2024奖项即将揭晓!

以下是2023年的奖项

  • 小学年级(K-5)

    Each school will have a top winner in this grade range. This winner will receive the following:

    How to Write Poems by Joseph Coelho

    完美装订的笔记本

    一套漂亮的钢笔

  • 中学年级(6-8年级)

    Each school will have a top winner in this grade range. This winner will receive the following:

    I'm Just No Good at Rhyming: and Other Nonsense for Mischievous Kids and Immature Grown-Ups by Chris Harris

    完美装订的笔记本

    一套漂亮的钢笔

  • 高中年级(9-12年级)

    Each school will have a top winner in this grade range. This winner will receive the following:

    玛丽·奥利弗的《lovebet爱博电竞》

    完美装订的笔记本

    一套漂亮的钢笔

  • 惩教署职员

    The Practicing Poet by Diane Lockward

    完美装订的笔记本

    一套漂亮的钢笔

  • OCSD社区成员

    The Practicing Poet by Diane Lockward

    完美装订的笔记本

    一套漂亮的钢笔

大奖:

We will have two grand prize winners. The prizes will be based on their category.

2024年的奖项即将揭晓! Below are listed the 2023 prizes.

小学 & 中(K-8年级)

  • 以上所列之组别奖

  • BookRoo的一年订阅

  • Kindle Paperwhite Kids eReader (with 一个 year subscription to Amazon Kids+)

High School (Grades 9-12), 工作人员, & 社区成员

  • 以上所列之组别奖

  • One Year Subscription to Book of the Month

  • One Year Subscription to Poetry Foundations Magazine

  • The Making of a Poem: A Norton Anthology of Poetic Forms by Eavan Boland and Mark Strand

  • The Cambridge Guide to Reading Poetry by Andrew Hodgson

​Oregon City School District has partnered with the Oregon City 学校 Foundation who has generously provided these prizes. We are so grateful for their contributions and for helping inspire literacy in our 学生 and our community