The Journalism Education Association, in partnership with the Society of Professional Journalists, will begin accepting entries for their annual high school essay contest on Nov. 3. Any high school student may enter a 300-500 word essay, written on the topic provided. The top three essay writers will receive scholarships in the amounts of $1,000, $500, and $300.

The deadline for submitting entries is Feb. 28, 2017.

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