Each year, MSMR invites middle and high school students from across New England to submit an Essay, a Poster or a Website in response to the What A Year! challenge. The entries are reviewed and judged by a panel of volunteer MSMR members. Up to three winners and three honorable mentions at each level (middle school, high school) will be presented with cash prizes, plaques and book awards at the MSMR Annual Meeting of Members in June.
Note: all students in New England are eligible: public, independent, parochial, home school.
Here are complete entry details: The 2025 Competition – Student Packet
Note: The deadline for submissions is April 30, 2025.
Student prizes
1st place – $500
2nd place – $250
3rd place – $100
Honorable Mention – Certificate of Merit
Classroom grants to sponsoring teacher/adviser
1st place – $150
2nd place – $75
3rd place – $50