Writing contest.

ThreeSixty--an organization whose aim is to strengthen the civic literacy, writing skills and college-readiness of Minnesota teens--wants to hear how middle- and high-school students in Minnesota see themselves and their place in America. In 200 words or less, describe who you are--your age, race, culture, class, gender, religion. Then, describe how you fit into the picture of what it is to be an American. What does that mean in your life, in your family, and for the communities you belong to? Submit your piece of writing here.