| Firemen’s Essay and Poster Contest This contest is conducted throughout the area’s many fire departments. Its purpose is to educate children about the dangers of fire, how to prevent fires, as well as escape them. Children in fifth and sixth grade participate. This activity is valuable in many ways. |
| MCA Christmas Artwork Contest This contest takes place during the season of Advent and the children are asked to depict a theme from the season. |
| Pride in Connellsville Essay and Poster Contest Sponsored by the Connellsville Historical Society, this contest is a great opportunity for students in fourth through sixth grade to research their choice of a historical part of Connellsville’s history. Children write about what they learn and portray it on a poster. Winners are recognized at a special award ceremony where students present their projects. |
| Pro-Life Essay Contest This contest is sponsored by Alternatives. Yes., a pregnancy support center located in Connellsville. Our sixth grade students are asked to write an essay that supports the pro-life theme. They learn the value of life through this wonderful opportunity. |
| Reading Club Competition For our fifth and sixth grade students who opt to participate, they are challenged to read a pre-determined list of books. The group meets periodically after school to discuss the books. At the end of April, the students will compete with other students in the diocese. |
| Keep Christ in Christmas – Knights of Columbus Council #948 |
Our students compete in a number of local contests. They learn a great deal about the content of what they are studying through these contests. They also learn to produce quality pieces and take pride in their work. In some instances, the winners are asked to present their pieces before an audience. Our students are poised and confident in their presentations. This is extremely valuable to their academic foundations, as they prepare for junior high and high school.
