PRESS RELEASE - The Colleton Soil & Water Conservation District is sponsoring their annual poster and essay contest for students in public, private, and home schools in Colleton County.
The topic for this year’s contest is “Turtle Travels…The Life of a Loggerhead Sea Turtle”. This is a wonderful opportunity for students to learn about South Carolina’s State Reptile, the Loggerhead Sea Turtle. The Loggerhead Turtle is protected under the Endangered Species Act. Sea turtles are an important part of the ocean’s ecosystem, and they play a crucial role in marine life. One way we can help protect the sea turtle is by preserving their natural habitat.
The poster contest is for students in special education and grades K-5. The topic for the contest is ““Turtle Travels…The Life of a Loggerhead Sea Turtle”. The poster contest is a class project with winners at each grade level receiving a cash award for their class.
The essay contest is for students in grades 6-8. The topic for the contest is “Turtle Travels…The Life of a Loggerhead Sea Turtle”. The essay contest is an individual project with winners at each grade level receiving First Place, Second Place, and Third Place Awards.
All contest entries must be turned in to the Colleton Conservation District Office at 531 Robertson Blvd., Suite B on or before January 17, 2023, by 4:00 p.m.
For information or a copy of contest guidelines, e-mail sharon.hrvol@sc.nacdnet.net or call the Colleton Soil & Water Conservation District Office at 843-549-1821, ext. 101.
