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1	2 Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest February 2, 2026 - March 2, 2026 LITERARY ARTS CONTEST Theme: Black History – Voices of Peace Grades 6–12 Students are invited to celebrate Black History Month by expressing their voice through poetry, spoken word, essays, short stories, digital content, and other literary works. Important Rule: Submissions must highlight a unique or lesser-known Black historical figure or community leader. Entries about widely known figures (e.g., Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Harriet Tubman) will not be accepted. Eligibility: Grades 6–12 School Requirement: 30–50 entries SCHOOL PRIZES 1st Place – $75 2nd Place – $50 3rd Place – $25 FINAL COMPETITION Each school’s 1st Place winner advances to the Expressions of Peace Expo Finale. PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITY All participants may perform their work at the Friday Night Open Mic at the Expressions Café. See more details •	3 Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest February 2, 2026 - March 2, 2026 LITERARY ARTS CONTEST Theme: Black History – Voices of Peace Grades 6–12 Students are invited to celebrate Black History Month by expressing their voice through poetry, spoken word, essays, short stories, digital content, and other literary works. Important Rule: Submissions must highlight a unique or lesser-known Black historical figure or community leader. Entries about widely known figures (e.g., Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Harriet Tubman) will not be accepted. Eligibility: Grades 6–12 School Requirement: 30–50 entries SCHOOL PRIZES 1st Place – $75 2nd Place – $50 3rd Place – $25 FINAL COMPETITION Each school’s 1st Place winner advances to the Expressions of Peace Expo Finale. PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITY All participants may perform their work at the Friday Night Open Mic at the Expressions Café. See more details •	4 Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest February 2, 2026 - March 2, 2026 LITERARY ARTS CONTEST Theme: Black History – Voices of Peace Grades 6–12 Students are invited to celebrate Black History Month by expressing their voice through poetry, spoken word, essays, short stories, digital content, and other literary works. Important Rule: Submissions must highlight a unique or lesser-known Black historical figure or community leader. Entries about widely known figures (e.g., Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Harriet Tubman) will not be accepted. Eligibility: Grades 6–12 School Requirement: 30–50 entries SCHOOL PRIZES 1st Place – $75 2nd Place – $50 3rd Place – $25 FINAL COMPETITION Each school’s 1st Place winner advances to the Expressions of Peace Expo Finale. PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITY All participants may perform their work at the Friday Night Open Mic at the Expressions Café. See more details Teens In Action Teens In Action February 4, 2026 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm 405 W First St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA Teens in Action is a youth leadership and empowerment program focused on building confidence, responsibility, and life skills through community service, teamwork, and positive mentorship. Youth participate in engaging activities that encourage personal growth, civic involvement, and leadership development. See more details • •	5 Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest February 2, 2026 - March 2, 2026 LITERARY ARTS CONTEST Theme: Black History – Voices of Peace Grades 6–12 Students are invited to celebrate Black History Month by expressing their voice through poetry, spoken word, essays, short stories, digital content, and other literary works. Important Rule: Submissions must highlight a unique or lesser-known Black historical figure or community leader. Entries about widely known figures (e.g., Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Harriet Tubman) will not be accepted. Eligibility: Grades 6–12 School Requirement: 30–50 entries SCHOOL PRIZES 1st Place – $75 2nd Place – $50 3rd Place – $25 FINAL COMPETITION Each school’s 1st Place winner advances to the Expressions of Peace Expo Finale. PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITY All participants may perform their work at the Friday Night Open Mic at the Expressions Café. See more details •	6 Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest February 2, 2026 - March 2, 2026 LITERARY ARTS CONTEST Theme: Black History – Voices of Peace Grades 6–12 Students are invited to celebrate Black History Month by expressing their voice through poetry, spoken word, essays, short stories, digital content, and other literary works. Important Rule: Submissions must highlight a unique or lesser-known Black historical figure or community leader. Entries about widely known figures (e.g., Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Harriet Tubman) will not be accepted. Eligibility: Grades 6–12 School Requirement: 30–50 entries SCHOOL PRIZES 1st Place – $75 2nd Place – $50 3rd Place – $25 FINAL COMPETITION Each school’s 1st Place winner advances to the Expressions of Peace Expo Finale. PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITY All participants may perform their work at the Friday Night Open Mic at the Expressions Café. See more details •	7 Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest February 2, 2026 - March 2, 2026 LITERARY ARTS CONTEST Theme: Black History – Voices of Peace Grades 6–12 Students are invited to celebrate Black History Month by expressing their voice through poetry, spoken word, essays, short stories, digital content, and other literary works. Important Rule: Submissions must highlight a unique or lesser-known Black historical figure or community leader. Entries about widely known figures (e.g., Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Harriet Tubman) will not be accepted. Eligibility: Grades 6–12 School Requirement: 30–50 entries SCHOOL PRIZES 1st Place – $75 2nd Place – $50 3rd Place – $25 FINAL COMPETITION Each school’s 1st Place winner advances to the Expressions of Peace Expo Finale. PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITY All participants may perform their work at the Friday Night Open Mic at the Expressions Café. See more details •
8 Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest February 2, 2026 - March 2, 2026 LITERARY ARTS CONTEST Theme: Black History – Voices of Peace Grades 6–12 Students are invited to celebrate Black History Month by expressing their voice through poetry, spoken word, essays, short stories, digital content, and other literary works. Important Rule: Submissions must highlight a unique or lesser-known Black historical figure or community leader. Entries about widely known figures (e.g., Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Harriet Tubman) will not be accepted. Eligibility: Grades 6–12 School Requirement: 30–50 entries SCHOOL PRIZES 1st Place – $75 2nd Place – $50 3rd Place – $25 FINAL COMPETITION Each school’s 1st Place winner advances to the Expressions of Peace Expo Finale. PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITY All participants may perform their work at the Friday Night Open Mic at the Expressions Café. See more details •	9 Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest February 2, 2026 - March 2, 2026 LITERARY ARTS CONTEST Theme: Black History – Voices of Peace Grades 6–12 Students are invited to celebrate Black History Month by expressing their voice through poetry, spoken word, essays, short stories, digital content, and other literary works. Important Rule: Submissions must highlight a unique or lesser-known Black historical figure or community leader. Entries about widely known figures (e.g., Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Harriet Tubman) will not be accepted. Eligibility: Grades 6–12 School Requirement: 30–50 entries SCHOOL PRIZES 1st Place – $75 2nd Place – $50 3rd Place – $25 FINAL COMPETITION Each school’s 1st Place winner advances to the Expressions of Peace Expo Finale. PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITY All participants may perform their work at the Friday Night Open Mic at the Expressions Café. See more details •	10 Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest February 2, 2026 - March 2, 2026 LITERARY ARTS CONTEST Theme: Black History – Voices of Peace Grades 6–12 Students are invited to celebrate Black History Month by expressing their voice through poetry, spoken word, essays, short stories, digital content, and other literary works. Important Rule: Submissions must highlight a unique or lesser-known Black historical figure or community leader. Entries about widely known figures (e.g., Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Harriet Tubman) will not be accepted. Eligibility: Grades 6–12 School Requirement: 30–50 entries SCHOOL PRIZES 1st Place – $75 2nd Place – $50 3rd Place – $25 FINAL COMPETITION Each school’s 1st Place winner advances to the Expressions of Peace Expo Finale. PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITY All participants may perform their work at the Friday Night Open Mic at the Expressions Café. See more details •	11 Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest February 2, 2026 - March 2, 2026 LITERARY ARTS CONTEST Theme: Black History – Voices of Peace Grades 6–12 Students are invited to celebrate Black History Month by expressing their voice through poetry, spoken word, essays, short stories, digital content, and other literary works. Important Rule: Submissions must highlight a unique or lesser-known Black historical figure or community leader. Entries about widely known figures (e.g., Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Harriet Tubman) will not be accepted. Eligibility: Grades 6–12 School Requirement: 30–50 entries SCHOOL PRIZES 1st Place – $75 2nd Place – $50 3rd Place – $25 FINAL COMPETITION Each school’s 1st Place winner advances to the Expressions of Peace Expo Finale. PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITY All participants may perform their work at the Friday Night Open Mic at the Expressions Café. See more details Teens In Action Teens In Action February 11, 2026 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm 405 W First St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA Teens in Action is a youth leadership and empowerment program focused on building confidence, responsibility, and life skills through community service, teamwork, and positive mentorship. Youth participate in engaging activities that encourage personal growth, civic involvement, and leadership development. See more details • •	12 Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest February 2, 2026 - March 2, 2026 LITERARY ARTS CONTEST Theme: Black History – Voices of Peace Grades 6–12 Students are invited to celebrate Black History Month by expressing their voice through poetry, spoken word, essays, short stories, digital content, and other literary works. Important Rule: Submissions must highlight a unique or lesser-known Black historical figure or community leader. Entries about widely known figures (e.g., Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Harriet Tubman) will not be accepted. Eligibility: Grades 6–12 School Requirement: 30–50 entries SCHOOL PRIZES 1st Place – $75 2nd Place – $50 3rd Place – $25 FINAL COMPETITION Each school’s 1st Place winner advances to the Expressions of Peace Expo Finale. PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITY All participants may perform their work at the Friday Night Open Mic at the Expressions Café. See more details •	13 Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest February 2, 2026 - March 2, 2026 LITERARY ARTS CONTEST Theme: Black History – Voices of Peace Grades 6–12 Students are invited to celebrate Black History Month by expressing their voice through poetry, spoken word, essays, short stories, digital content, and other literary works. Important Rule: Submissions must highlight a unique or lesser-known Black historical figure or community leader. Entries about widely known figures (e.g., Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Harriet Tubman) will not be accepted. Eligibility: Grades 6–12 School Requirement: 30–50 entries SCHOOL PRIZES 1st Place – $75 2nd Place – $50 3rd Place – $25 FINAL COMPETITION Each school’s 1st Place winner advances to the Expressions of Peace Expo Finale. PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITY All participants may perform their work at the Friday Night Open Mic at the Expressions Café. See more details •	14 Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest February 2, 2026 - March 2, 2026 LITERARY ARTS CONTEST Theme: Black History – Voices of Peace Grades 6–12 Students are invited to celebrate Black History Month by expressing their voice through poetry, spoken word, essays, short stories, digital content, and other literary works. Important Rule: Submissions must highlight a unique or lesser-known Black historical figure or community leader. Entries about widely known figures (e.g., Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Harriet Tubman) will not be accepted. Eligibility: Grades 6–12 School Requirement: 30–50 entries SCHOOL PRIZES 1st Place – $75 2nd Place – $50 3rd Place – $25 FINAL COMPETITION Each school’s 1st Place winner advances to the Expressions of Peace Expo Finale. PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITY All participants may perform their work at the Friday Night Open Mic at the Expressions Café. See more details •
15 Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest February 2, 2026 - March 2, 2026 LITERARY ARTS CONTEST Theme: Black History – Voices of Peace Grades 6–12 Students are invited to celebrate Black History Month by expressing their voice through poetry, spoken word, essays, short stories, digital content, and other literary works. Important Rule: Submissions must highlight a unique or lesser-known Black historical figure or community leader. Entries about widely known figures (e.g., Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Harriet Tubman) will not be accepted. Eligibility: Grades 6–12 School Requirement: 30–50 entries SCHOOL PRIZES 1st Place – $75 2nd Place – $50 3rd Place – $25 FINAL COMPETITION Each school’s 1st Place winner advances to the Expressions of Peace Expo Finale. PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITY All participants may perform their work at the Friday Night Open Mic at the Expressions Café. See more details •	16 Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest February 2, 2026 - March 2, 2026 LITERARY ARTS CONTEST Theme: Black History – Voices of Peace Grades 6–12 Students are invited to celebrate Black History Month by expressing their voice through poetry, spoken word, essays, short stories, digital content, and other literary works. Important Rule: Submissions must highlight a unique or lesser-known Black historical figure or community leader. Entries about widely known figures (e.g., Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Harriet Tubman) will not be accepted. Eligibility: Grades 6–12 School Requirement: 30–50 entries SCHOOL PRIZES 1st Place – $75 2nd Place – $50 3rd Place – $25 FINAL COMPETITION Each school’s 1st Place winner advances to the Expressions of Peace Expo Finale. PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITY All participants may perform their work at the Friday Night Open Mic at the Expressions Café. See more details •	17 Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest February 2, 2026 - March 2, 2026 LITERARY ARTS CONTEST Theme: Black History – Voices of Peace Grades 6–12 Students are invited to celebrate Black History Month by expressing their voice through poetry, spoken word, essays, short stories, digital content, and other literary works. Important Rule: Submissions must highlight a unique or lesser-known Black historical figure or community leader. Entries about widely known figures (e.g., Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Harriet Tubman) will not be accepted. Eligibility: Grades 6–12 School Requirement: 30–50 entries SCHOOL PRIZES 1st Place – $75 2nd Place – $50 3rd Place – $25 FINAL COMPETITION Each school’s 1st Place winner advances to the Expressions of Peace Expo Finale. PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITY All participants may perform their work at the Friday Night Open Mic at the Expressions Café. See more details •	18 Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest February 2, 2026 - March 2, 2026 LITERARY ARTS CONTEST Theme: Black History – Voices of Peace Grades 6–12 Students are invited to celebrate Black History Month by expressing their voice through poetry, spoken word, essays, short stories, digital content, and other literary works. Important Rule: Submissions must highlight a unique or lesser-known Black historical figure or community leader. Entries about widely known figures (e.g., Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Harriet Tubman) will not be accepted. Eligibility: Grades 6–12 School Requirement: 30–50 entries SCHOOL PRIZES 1st Place – $75 2nd Place – $50 3rd Place – $25 FINAL COMPETITION Each school’s 1st Place winner advances to the Expressions of Peace Expo Finale. PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITY All participants may perform their work at the Friday Night Open Mic at the Expressions Café. See more details Teens In Action Teens In Action February 18, 2026 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm 405 W First St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA Teens in Action is a youth leadership and empowerment program focused on building confidence, responsibility, and life skills through community service, teamwork, and positive mentorship. Youth participate in engaging activities that encourage personal growth, civic involvement, and leadership development. See more details • •	19 Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest February 2, 2026 - March 2, 2026 LITERARY ARTS CONTEST Theme: Black History – Voices of Peace Grades 6–12 Students are invited to celebrate Black History Month by expressing their voice through poetry, spoken word, essays, short stories, digital content, and other literary works. Important Rule: Submissions must highlight a unique or lesser-known Black historical figure or community leader. Entries about widely known figures (e.g., Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Harriet Tubman) will not be accepted. Eligibility: Grades 6–12 School Requirement: 30–50 entries SCHOOL PRIZES 1st Place – $75 2nd Place – $50 3rd Place – $25 FINAL COMPETITION Each school’s 1st Place winner advances to the Expressions of Peace Expo Finale. PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITY All participants may perform their work at the Friday Night Open Mic at the Expressions Café. See more details •	20 Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest February 2, 2026 - March 2, 2026 LITERARY ARTS CONTEST Theme: Black History – Voices of Peace Grades 6–12 Students are invited to celebrate Black History Month by expressing their voice through poetry, spoken word, essays, short stories, digital content, and other literary works. Important Rule: Submissions must highlight a unique or lesser-known Black historical figure or community leader. Entries about widely known figures (e.g., Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Harriet Tubman) will not be accepted. Eligibility: Grades 6–12 School Requirement: 30–50 entries SCHOOL PRIZES 1st Place – $75 2nd Place – $50 3rd Place – $25 FINAL COMPETITION Each school’s 1st Place winner advances to the Expressions of Peace Expo Finale. PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITY All participants may perform their work at the Friday Night Open Mic at the Expressions Café. See more details •	21 Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest February 2, 2026 - March 2, 2026 LITERARY ARTS CONTEST Theme: Black History – Voices of Peace Grades 6–12 Students are invited to celebrate Black History Month by expressing their voice through poetry, spoken word, essays, short stories, digital content, and other literary works. Important Rule: Submissions must highlight a unique or lesser-known Black historical figure or community leader. Entries about widely known figures (e.g., Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Harriet Tubman) will not be accepted. Eligibility: Grades 6–12 School Requirement: 30–50 entries SCHOOL PRIZES 1st Place – $75 2nd Place – $50 3rd Place – $25 FINAL COMPETITION Each school’s 1st Place winner advances to the Expressions of Peace Expo Finale. PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITY All participants may perform their work at the Friday Night Open Mic at the Expressions Café. See more details •
22 Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest February 2, 2026 - March 2, 2026 LITERARY ARTS CONTEST Theme: Black History – Voices of Peace Grades 6–12 Students are invited to celebrate Black History Month by expressing their voice through poetry, spoken word, essays, short stories, digital content, and other literary works. Important Rule: Submissions must highlight a unique or lesser-known Black historical figure or community leader. Entries about widely known figures (e.g., Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Harriet Tubman) will not be accepted. Eligibility: Grades 6–12 School Requirement: 30–50 entries SCHOOL PRIZES 1st Place – $75 2nd Place – $50 3rd Place – $25 FINAL COMPETITION Each school’s 1st Place winner advances to the Expressions of Peace Expo Finale. PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITY All participants may perform their work at the Friday Night Open Mic at the Expressions Café. See more details •	23 Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest February 2, 2026 - March 2, 2026 LITERARY ARTS CONTEST Theme: Black History – Voices of Peace Grades 6–12 Students are invited to celebrate Black History Month by expressing their voice through poetry, spoken word, essays, short stories, digital content, and other literary works. Important Rule: Submissions must highlight a unique or lesser-known Black historical figure or community leader. Entries about widely known figures (e.g., Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Harriet Tubman) will not be accepted. Eligibility: Grades 6–12 School Requirement: 30–50 entries SCHOOL PRIZES 1st Place – $75 2nd Place – $50 3rd Place – $25 FINAL COMPETITION Each school’s 1st Place winner advances to the Expressions of Peace Expo Finale. PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITY All participants may perform their work at the Friday Night Open Mic at the Expressions Café. See more details •	24 Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest February 2, 2026 - March 2, 2026 LITERARY ARTS CONTEST Theme: Black History – Voices of Peace Grades 6–12 Students are invited to celebrate Black History Month by expressing their voice through poetry, spoken word, essays, short stories, digital content, and other literary works. Important Rule: Submissions must highlight a unique or lesser-known Black historical figure or community leader. Entries about widely known figures (e.g., Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Harriet Tubman) will not be accepted. Eligibility: Grades 6–12 School Requirement: 30–50 entries SCHOOL PRIZES 1st Place – $75 2nd Place – $50 3rd Place – $25 FINAL COMPETITION Each school’s 1st Place winner advances to the Expressions of Peace Expo Finale. PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITY All participants may perform their work at the Friday Night Open Mic at the Expressions Café. See more details •	25 Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest February 2, 2026 - March 2, 2026 LITERARY ARTS CONTEST Theme: Black History – Voices of Peace Grades 6–12 Students are invited to celebrate Black History Month by expressing their voice through poetry, spoken word, essays, short stories, digital content, and other literary works. Important Rule: Submissions must highlight a unique or lesser-known Black historical figure or community leader. Entries about widely known figures (e.g., Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Harriet Tubman) will not be accepted. Eligibility: Grades 6–12 School Requirement: 30–50 entries SCHOOL PRIZES 1st Place – $75 2nd Place – $50 3rd Place – $25 FINAL COMPETITION Each school’s 1st Place winner advances to the Expressions of Peace Expo Finale. PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITY All participants may perform their work at the Friday Night Open Mic at the Expressions Café. See more details Teens In Action Teens In Action February 25, 2026 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm 405 W First St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA Teens in Action is a youth leadership and empowerment program focused on building confidence, responsibility, and life skills through community service, teamwork, and positive mentorship. Youth participate in engaging activities that encourage personal growth, civic involvement, and leadership development. See more details • •	26 Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest February 2, 2026 - March 2, 2026 LITERARY ARTS CONTEST Theme: Black History – Voices of Peace Grades 6–12 Students are invited to celebrate Black History Month by expressing their voice through poetry, spoken word, essays, short stories, digital content, and other literary works. Important Rule: Submissions must highlight a unique or lesser-known Black historical figure or community leader. Entries about widely known figures (e.g., Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Harriet Tubman) will not be accepted. Eligibility: Grades 6–12 School Requirement: 30–50 entries SCHOOL PRIZES 1st Place – $75 2nd Place – $50 3rd Place – $25 FINAL COMPETITION Each school’s 1st Place winner advances to the Expressions of Peace Expo Finale. PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITY All participants may perform their work at the Friday Night Open Mic at the Expressions Café. See more details •	27 Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest February 2, 2026 - March 2, 2026 LITERARY ARTS CONTEST Theme: Black History – Voices of Peace Grades 6–12 Students are invited to celebrate Black History Month by expressing their voice through poetry, spoken word, essays, short stories, digital content, and other literary works. Important Rule: Submissions must highlight a unique or lesser-known Black historical figure or community leader. Entries about widely known figures (e.g., Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Harriet Tubman) will not be accepted. Eligibility: Grades 6–12 School Requirement: 30–50 entries SCHOOL PRIZES 1st Place – $75 2nd Place – $50 3rd Place – $25 FINAL COMPETITION Each school’s 1st Place winner advances to the Expressions of Peace Expo Finale. PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITY All participants may perform their work at the Friday Night Open Mic at the Expressions Café. See more details •	28 Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest Voices of Peace- Black History Month Contest February 2, 2026 - March 2, 2026 LITERARY ARTS CONTEST Theme: Black History – Voices of Peace Grades 6–12 Students are invited to celebrate Black History Month by expressing their voice through poetry, spoken word, essays, short stories, digital content, and other literary works. Important Rule: Submissions must highlight a unique or lesser-known Black historical figure or community leader. Entries about widely known figures (e.g., Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Harriet Tubman) will not be accepted. Eligibility: Grades 6–12 School Requirement: 30–50 entries SCHOOL PRIZES 1st Place – $75 2nd Place – $50 3rd Place – $25 FINAL COMPETITION Each school’s 1st Place winner advances to the Expressions of Peace Expo Finale. PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITY All participants may perform their work at the Friday Night Open Mic at the Expressions Café. See more details •

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