11^thAnnualEssayContesthosted by the Autism Society of Wisconsin

Thiscontestwas designed to highlight positive social relationships that have developed as a result of inclusion.Theessaysshared over the years have been heartwarming and inspirational. We challenge you to get your school & community involved!Both classroom and individual student submissions grades K-12 are welcome.

Hereis a letter writtenspecificallyfor the building principal and hereis a letter for teachers. Hereis the student submission form. If you are a principal- please share this email with the educators in your school and district as a whole. If you are an educator- please share attached documents with your principal to encourage all grade levels to participate.Our goal is to give as many students as possible the opportunity to tell their story and spread autism awareness. The submission deadline is March 6th, 2016. The 1st place winners will be recognized at our 27th Annual Conference,Friday, April 8th, 2016.

On behalf of the Autism Society we appreciate your participation in this project and look forward to honoring students for their efforts in promoting autism awareness in their schools and communities.

If you have any questions or comments please feel free to contact:

Melissa Vande Velden

Events Coordinator--Autism Socitey of Wisconsin

920-973-6636