The Arkansas Literacy Association (ALA) recently held their annual Everyone's an Author Student Writing Showcase. This contest is open to students in grade level divisions across Arkansas. This year's writing was an expository (informative) essay on the topic, My Hero. Leah Taylor, a 3rd grade student at Russellville Cyclone Virtual Academy, won 1st place in the 2nd/3rd grade division. Leah wrote a heartfelt essay explaining why her mom is her hero. ALA will hold a Zoom Awards Ceremony for winners and their families on May 18, 2021.
Congratulations Leah Taylor!
May 13, 2021