Are you a student with strong beliefs in the power of youth and your faith? The Interfaith Coalition of Bowie is sponsoring an essay contest on "how young people can work with community and faith leaders to promote diversity."

Grade level:  Students must be enrolled in grades 6-12 in Prince George's County public, private or homeschools.

Word limit: 

• 6-8th graders will submit a 250-word essay
• 9-12th graders will submit a 500-word essay

Prizes: Prizes will be awarded in each age group.

• First place prize: $350
• Second place prize: $250
• Third place prize: $150

Submission:  Submission deadline is Feb. 19 at 5 p.m.  Submit your essay here.

For more information, email info@icbowie.org.