Competition Optimist International
Optimist International Essay Contest
Essay contest run by local Optimist Clubs. Club winners move up to district contests, which award college scholarships.
A clearer starting point
What this opportunity is really like
Here’s the short version before you leave Pathfind to investigate the official details.
Is it a good fit?
A fee-based, in-person competition in Writing & Journalism run by Optimist International. Pathfind lists it for grades 9–12.
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