Law Day 2010 Theme: And Justice For All
On behalf of the Alabama State Bar and the Law Day 2010 Committee, I ask you to join us in celebrating your freedoms as an American—and Law Day on May 1, 2010. This year, Alabama’s Law Day theme will focus on the meaning of the words And Justice For All.
The future of our nation is in the hands of our young people. We all can and should play a role in assuring America's future by addressing the needs of youth and by focusing on the issues affecting them today. Sadly, many young people will come into contact with the legal system, whether through family court, foster care, or the juvenile justice system. In addition, all youth need to understand their rights and responsibilities under the law to become effective participants in our nation's civic life.
You are invited to participate in the Alabama State Bar’s essay and poster contest for LAW DAY 2010. This contest can easily parallel a possible civics/American history assignment and teachers may submit their students’ work, after grading, for award consideration. Winners will include:
STUDENTS: Both the poster and essay entries will be presented in two (2) classifications – grades K-3 and 4-6 for posters; grades 7-9 and 10-12 for essays. First, second, and third place winners in the essay contest will receive U.S. Savings Bonds in the amounts of $200, $150 and $100 respectively; winners in the poster contest receive bonds in the amounts of $125, $100 and $75 respectively. Each winner also receives a certificate as well as an Olympic-style medallion.
TEACHERS: In addition, the Alabama State Bar will recognize the teachers of winning entries with a certificate and a $25 donation to their school’s general fund to be used for needed classroom supplies.
ENTER NOW! It’s simple. Just download & complete the entry form and return it to Marcia Daniel at the Alabama State Bar by mail to 415 Dexter Avenue, Montgomery, AL 36104 or fax to (334) 517-2127.
The entry deadline is WEDNESDAY, MARCH 31, 2010 and winners will be announced on or before April 7, 2009. Winners receive special recognition at a Law Day Awards Ceremony and a luncheon to be held on April 30th in Montgomery, as well as in local and statewide news releases, and in Alabama State Bar publications.
